How many syllables in “deepen”?
syllables in "deepen"
Word details
Syllables
2
dee · pen
Letters
6
d · e · e · p · e · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “deepen”
The word “deepen” contains 2 syllables, divided as dee · pen. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deepen" have?
"deepen" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deepen" into syllables?
"deepen" is divided into syllables as: dee · pen.
What is the Scrabble score for "deepen"?
The Scrabble score for "deepen" is 9 points.
Using “deepen” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deepen" (dee · pen) 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, “deepen” is worth 9 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 “deepen”
The letters in “deepen” can be rearranged to spell one other word: peened.