How many syllables in “deign”?
syllable in "deign"
Word details
Syllables
1
deign
Letters
5
d · e · i · g · n
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “deign”
The word “deign” contains 1 syllable, divided as deign. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deign" have?
"deign" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "deign" into syllables?
"deign" is divided into syllables as: deign.
What is the Scrabble score for "deign"?
The Scrabble score for "deign" is 7 points.
Using “deign” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "deign" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “deign” 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 “deign”
The letters in “deign” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dinge.