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