How many syllables in “deem”?
syllable in "deem"
Word details
Syllables
1
deem
Letters
4
d · e · e · m
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “deem”
The word “deem” contains 1 syllable, divided as deem. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deem" have?
"deem" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "deem" into syllables?
"deem" is divided into syllables as: deem.
What is the Scrabble score for "deem"?
The Scrabble score for "deem" is 7 points.
Using “deem” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "deem" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “deem” 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 “deem”
The letters in “deem” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: deme, meed.