How many syllables in “decaf”?
syllables in "decaf"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · caf
Letters
5
d · e · c · a · f
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “decaf”
The word “decaf” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · caf. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "decaf" have?
"decaf" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "decaf" into syllables?
"decaf" is divided into syllables as: de · caf.
What is the Scrabble score for "decaf"?
The Scrabble score for "decaf" is 11 points.
Using “decaf” in writing
Two-syllable words like "decaf" (de · caf) 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, “decaf” is worth 11 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 “decaf”
The letters in “decaf” can be rearranged to spell one other word: faced.