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How many syllables in “dealfishes”?

2

syllables in "dealfishes"

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Word details

Syllables

2

dealf · ishes

Letters

10

d · e · a · l · f · i · s · h · e · s

Scrabble

17

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
e1
a1
l1
f4
i1
s1
h4
e1
s1

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About the word “dealfishes

The word dealfishes contains 2 syllables, divided as dealf · ishes. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "dealfishes" have?

"dealfishes" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "dealfishes" into syllables?

"dealfishes" is divided into syllables as: dealf · ishes.

What is the Scrabble score for "dealfishes"?

The Scrabble score for "dealfishes" is 17 points.

Using “dealfishes” in writing

Two-syllable words like "dealfishes" (dealf · ishes) 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, dealfishes is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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