How many syllables in “defrock”?
syllables in "defrock"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · frock
Letters
7
d · e · f · r · o · c · k
Scrabble
17
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “defrock”
The word “defrock” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · frock. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "defrock" have?
"defrock" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "defrock" into syllables?
"defrock" is divided into syllables as: de · frock.
What is the Scrabble score for "defrock"?
The Scrabble score for "defrock" is 17 points.
Using “defrock” in writing
Two-syllable words like "defrock" (de · frock) 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, “defrock” is worth 17 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 “defrock”
The letters in “defrock” can be rearranged to spell one other word: frocked.