How many syllables in “deferment”?
syllables in "deferment"
Word details
Syllables
3
de · fer · ment
Letters
9
d · e · f · e · r · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “deferment”
The word “deferment” contains 3 syllables, divided as de · fer · ment. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deferment" have?
"deferment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "deferment" into syllables?
"deferment" is divided into syllables as: de · fer · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "deferment"?
The Scrabble score for "deferment" is 15 points.
Using “deferment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "deferment" (de · fer · ment) 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, “deferment” 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.
Anagrams of “deferment”
The letters in “deferment” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fermented.