How many syllables in “defray”?
syllables in "defray"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · fray
Letters
6
d · e · f · r · a · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “defray”
The word “defray” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · fray. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "defray" have?
"defray" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "defray" into syllables?
"defray" is divided into syllables as: de · fray.
What is the Scrabble score for "defray"?
The Scrabble score for "defray" is 13 points.
Using “defray” in writing
Two-syllable words like "defray" (de · fray) 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, “defray” 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 “defray”
The letters in “defray” can be rearranged to spell one other word: frayed.