How many syllables in “defalcate”?
syllables in "defalcate"
Word details
Syllables
3
def · alc · ate
Letters
9
d · e · f · a · l · c · a · t · e
Scrabble
15
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “defalcate”
The word “defalcate” contains 3 syllables, divided as def · alc · ate. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "defalcate" have?
"defalcate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "defalcate" into syllables?
"defalcate" is divided into syllables as: def · alc · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "defalcate"?
The Scrabble score for "defalcate" is 15 points.
Using “defalcate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "defalcate" (def · alc · ate) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “defalcate” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.