How many syllables in “de”?
syllable in "de"
Word details
Syllables
1
de
Letters
2
d · e
Scrabble
3
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “de”
The word “de” contains 1 syllable, divided as de. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "de" have?
"de" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "de" into syllables?
"de" is divided into syllables as: de.
What is the Scrabble score for "de"?
The Scrabble score for "de" is 3 points.
Using “de” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "de" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “de” is worth 3 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “de”
The letters in “de” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ed.