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