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