How many syllables in “degas”?
syllables in "degas"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · gas
Letters
5
d · e · g · a · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “degas”
The word “degas” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · gas. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "degas" have?
"degas" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "degas" into syllables?
"degas" is divided into syllables as: de · gas.
What is the Scrabble score for "degas"?
The Scrabble score for "degas" is 7 points.
Using “degas” in writing
Two-syllable words like "degas" (de · gas) 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, “degas” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “degas”
The letters in “degas” can be rearranged to spell one other word: egads.