How many syllables in “deified”?
syllables in "deified"
Word details
Syllables
2
dei · fied
Letters
7
d · e · i · f · i · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “deified”
The word “deified” contains 2 syllables, divided as dei · fied. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deified" have?
"deified" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deified" into syllables?
"deified" is divided into syllables as: dei · fied.
What is the Scrabble score for "deified"?
The Scrabble score for "deified" is 12 points.
Using “deified” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deified" (dei · fied) 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, “deified” is worth 12 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 “deified”
The letters in “deified” can be rearranged to spell one other word: edified.