How many syllables in “debunk”?
syllables in "debunk"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · bunk
Letters
6
d · e · b · u · n · k
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “debunk”
The word “debunk” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · bunk. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "debunk" have?
"debunk" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "debunk" into syllables?
"debunk" is divided into syllables as: de · bunk.
What is the Scrabble score for "debunk"?
The Scrabble score for "debunk" is 13 points.
Using “debunk” in writing
Two-syllable words like "debunk" (de · bunk) 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, “debunk” is worth 13 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 “debunk”
The letters in “debunk” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bunked.