How many syllables in “deftest”?
syllables in "deftest"
Word details
Syllables
2
def · test
Letters
7
d · e · f · t · e · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “deftest”
The word “deftest” contains 2 syllables, divided as def · test. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deftest" have?
"deftest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deftest" into syllables?
"deftest" is divided into syllables as: def · test.
What is the Scrabble score for "deftest"?
The Scrabble score for "deftest" is 11 points.
Using “deftest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deftest" (def · test) 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, “deftest” 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.