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