How many syllables in “deep”?
syllable in "deep"
Word details
Syllables
1
deep
Letters
4
d · e · e · p
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “deep”
The word “deep” contains 1 syllable, divided as deep. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deep" have?
"deep" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "deep" into syllables?
"deep" is divided into syllables as: deep.
What is the Scrabble score for "deep"?
The Scrabble score for "deep" is 7 points.
Using “deep” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "deep" 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, “deep” 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 “deep”
The letters in “deep” can be rearranged to spell one other word: peed.