How many syllables in “deifies”?
syllables in "deifies"
Word details
Syllables
2
dei · fies
Letters
7
d · e · i · f · i · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “deifies”
The word “deifies” contains 2 syllables, divided as dei · fies. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deifies" have?
"deifies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deifies" into syllables?
"deifies" is divided into syllables as: dei · fies.
What is the Scrabble score for "deifies"?
The Scrabble score for "deifies" is 11 points.
Using “deifies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deifies" (dei · fies) 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, “deifies” 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 “deifies”
The letters in “deifies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: edifies.