How many syllables in “deft”?
1
syllable in "deft"
deft
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Word details
Syllables
1
deft
Letters
4
d · e · f · t
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
d2
e1
f4
t1
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About the word “deft”
The word “deft” contains 1 syllable, divided as deft. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deft" have?
"deft" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "deft" into syllables?
"deft" is divided into syllables as: deft.
What is the Scrabble score for "deft"?
The Scrabble score for "deft" is 8 points.
Using “deft” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "deft" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “deft” is worth 8 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.