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