How many syllables in “deacon”?
syllables in "deacon"
Word details
Syllables
2
dea · con
Letters
6
d · e · a · c · o · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “deacon”
The word “deacon” contains 2 syllables, divided as dea · con. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deacon" have?
"deacon" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deacon" into syllables?
"deacon" is divided into syllables as: dea · con.
What is the Scrabble score for "deacon"?
The Scrabble score for "deacon" is 9 points.
Using “deacon” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deacon" (dea · con) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “deacon” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “deacon”
The letters in “deacon” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: acnode, canoed.