How many syllables in “defang”?
syllables in "defang"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · fang
Letters
6
d · e · f · a · n · g
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “defang”
The word “defang” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · fang. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "defang" have?
"defang" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "defang" into syllables?
"defang" is divided into syllables as: de · fang.
What is the Scrabble score for "defang"?
The Scrabble score for "defang" is 11 points.
Using “defang” in writing
Two-syllable words like "defang" (de · fang) 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, “defang” is worth 11 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 “defang”
The letters in “defang” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fanged.