How many syllables in “dedal”?
syllables in "dedal"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · dal
Letters
5
d · e · d · a · l
Scrabble
7
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About the word “dedal”
The word “dedal” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · dal. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dedal" have?
"dedal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dedal" into syllables?
"dedal" is divided into syllables as: de · dal.
What is the Scrabble score for "dedal"?
The Scrabble score for "dedal" is 7 points.
Using “dedal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dedal" (de · dal) 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, “dedal” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “dedal”
The letters in “dedal” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: addle, laded.