How many syllables in “degust”?
syllables in "degust"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · gust
Letters
6
d · e · g · u · s · t
Scrabble
8
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About the word “degust”
The word “degust” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · gust. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "degust" have?
"degust" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "degust" into syllables?
"degust" is divided into syllables as: de · gust.
What is the Scrabble score for "degust"?
The Scrabble score for "degust" is 8 points.
Using “degust” in writing
Two-syllable words like "degust" (de · gust) 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, “degust” 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.
Anagrams of “degust”
The letters in “degust” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gusted.