How many syllables in “deacons”?
syllables in "deacons"
Word details
Syllables
2
dea · cons
Letters
7
d · e · a · c · o · n · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “deacons”
The word “deacons” contains 2 syllables, divided as dea · cons. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deacons" have?
"deacons" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deacons" into syllables?
"deacons" is divided into syllables as: dea · cons.
What is the Scrabble score for "deacons"?
The Scrabble score for "deacons" is 10 points.
Using “deacons” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deacons" (dea · cons) 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, “deacons” is worth 10 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 “deacons”
The letters in “deacons” can be rearranged to spell one other word: acnodes.