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