How many syllables in “depend”?
syllables in "depend"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · pend
Letters
6
d · e · p · e · n · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “depend”
The word “depend” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · pend. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "depend" have?
"depend" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "depend" into syllables?
"depend" is divided into syllables as: de · pend.
What is the Scrabble score for "depend"?
The Scrabble score for "depend" is 10 points.
Using “depend” in writing
Two-syllable words like "depend" (de · pend) 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, “depend” is worth 10 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 “depend”
The letters in “depend” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pended.