How many syllables in “default”?
syllables in "default"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · fault
Letters
7
d · e · f · a · u · l · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “default”
The word “default” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · fault. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "default" have?
"default" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "default" into syllables?
"default" is divided into syllables as: de · fault.
What is the Scrabble score for "default"?
The Scrabble score for "default" is 11 points.
Using “default” in writing
Two-syllable words like "default" (de · fault) 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, “default” 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 “default”
The letters in “default” can be rearranged to spell one other word: faulted.