How many syllables in “deny”?
syllables in "deny"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · ny
Letters
4
d · e · n · y
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “deny”
The word “deny” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · ny. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deny" have?
"deny" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deny" into syllables?
"deny" is divided into syllables as: de · ny.
What is the Scrabble score for "deny"?
The Scrabble score for "deny" is 8 points.
Using “deny” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deny" (de · ny) 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, “deny” is worth 8 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 “deny”
The letters in “deny” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dyne.