How many syllables in “defeaters”?
syllables in "defeaters"
Word details
Syllables
3
de · fea · ters
Letters
9
d · e · f · e · a · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “defeaters”
The word “defeaters” contains 3 syllables, divided as de · fea · ters. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "defeaters" have?
"defeaters" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "defeaters" into syllables?
"defeaters" is divided into syllables as: de · fea · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "defeaters"?
The Scrabble score for "defeaters" is 13 points.
Using “defeaters” in writing
Three-syllable words like "defeaters" (de · fea · ters) 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, “defeaters” is worth 13 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 “defeaters”
The letters in “defeaters” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: federates, redefeats.