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