How many syllables in “decried”?
syllables in "decried"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · cried
Letters
7
d · e · c · r · i · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “decried”
The word “decried” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · cried. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "decried" have?
"decried" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "decried" into syllables?
"decried" is divided into syllables as: de · cried.
What is the Scrabble score for "decried"?
The Scrabble score for "decried" is 11 points.
Using “decried” in writing
Two-syllable words like "decried" (de · cried) 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, “decried” 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 “decried”
The letters in “decried” can be rearranged to spell one other word: decider.