How many syllables in “demo”?
syllables in "demo"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · mo
Letters
4
d · e · m · o
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “demo”
The word “demo” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · mo. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "demo" have?
"demo" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "demo" into syllables?
"demo" is divided into syllables as: de · mo.
What is the Scrabble score for "demo"?
The Scrabble score for "demo" is 7 points.
Using “demo” in writing
Two-syllable words like "demo" (de · mo) 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, “demo” 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 “demo”
The letters in “demo” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dome, mode.