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