How many syllables in “declaim”?
syllables in "declaim"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · claim
Letters
7
d · e · c · l · a · i · m
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “declaim”
The word “declaim” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · claim. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "declaim" have?
"declaim" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "declaim" into syllables?
"declaim" is divided into syllables as: de · claim.
What is the Scrabble score for "declaim"?
The Scrabble score for "declaim" is 12 points.
Using “declaim” in writing
Two-syllable words like "declaim" (de · claim) 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, “declaim” is worth 12 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 “declaim”
The letters in “declaim” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: claimed, decimal, medical.