How many syllables in “defocused”?
syllables in "defocused"
Word details
Syllables
3
def · ocu · sed
Letters
9
d · e · f · o · c · u · s · e · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “defocused”
The word “defocused” contains 3 syllables, divided as def · ocu · sed. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "defocused" have?
"defocused" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "defocused" into syllables?
"defocused" is divided into syllables as: def · ocu · sed.
What is the Scrabble score for "defocused"?
The Scrabble score for "defocused" is 16 points.
Using “defocused” in writing
Three-syllable words like "defocused" (def · ocu · sed) 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, “defocused” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.