How many syllables in “deify”?
syllables in "deify"
Word details
Syllables
2
dei · fy
Letters
5
d · e · i · f · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “deify”
The word “deify” contains 2 syllables, divided as dei · fy. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deify" have?
"deify" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deify" into syllables?
"deify" is divided into syllables as: dei · fy.
What is the Scrabble score for "deify"?
The Scrabble score for "deify" is 12 points.
Using “deify” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deify" (dei · fy) 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, “deify” 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 “deify”
The letters in “deify” can be rearranged to spell one other word: edify.