How many syllables in “decor”?
syllables in "decor"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · cor
Letters
5
d · e · c · o · r
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “decor”
The word “decor” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · cor. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "decor" have?
"decor" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "decor" into syllables?
"decor" is divided into syllables as: de · cor.
What is the Scrabble score for "decor"?
The Scrabble score for "decor" is 8 points.
Using “decor” in writing
Two-syllable words like "decor" (de · cor) 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, “decor” is worth 8 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 “decor”
The letters in “decor” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: coder, cored, credo.