How many syllables in “deflea”?
syllables in "deflea"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · flea
Letters
6
d · e · f · l · e · a
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “deflea”
The word “deflea” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · flea. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deflea" have?
"deflea" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deflea" into syllables?
"deflea" is divided into syllables as: de · flea.
What is the Scrabble score for "deflea"?
The Scrabble score for "deflea" is 10 points.
Using “deflea” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deflea" (de · flea) 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, “deflea” is worth 10 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 “deflea”
The letters in “deflea” can be rearranged to spell one other word: leafed.