How many syllables in “demast”?
syllables in "demast"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · mast
Letters
6
d · e · m · a · s · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “demast”
The word “demast” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · mast. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "demast" have?
"demast" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "demast" into syllables?
"demast" is divided into syllables as: de · mast.
What is the Scrabble score for "demast"?
The Scrabble score for "demast" is 9 points.
Using “demast” in writing
Two-syllable words like "demast" (de · mast) 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, “demast” is worth 9 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 “demast”
The letters in “demast” can be rearranged to spell one other word: masted.