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