How many syllables in “deafer”?
syllables in "deafer"
Word details
Syllables
2
dea · fer
Letters
6
d · e · a · f · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “deafer”
The word “deafer” contains 2 syllables, divided as dea · fer. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deafer" have?
"deafer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deafer" into syllables?
"deafer" is divided into syllables as: dea · fer.
What is the Scrabble score for "deafer"?
The Scrabble score for "deafer" is 10 points.
Using “deafer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deafer" (dea · fer) 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, “deafer” 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 “deafer”
The letters in “deafer” can be rearranged to spell one other word: feared.