How many syllables in “defund”?
syllables in "defund"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · fund
Letters
6
d · e · f · u · n · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “defund”
The word “defund” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · fund. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "defund" have?
"defund" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "defund" into syllables?
"defund" is divided into syllables as: de · fund.
What is the Scrabble score for "defund"?
The Scrabble score for "defund" is 11 points.
Using “defund” in writing
Two-syllable words like "defund" (de · fund) 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, “defund” 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 “defund”
The letters in “defund” can be rearranged to spell one other word: funded.