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How many syllables in “depicts”?

2

syllables in "depicts"

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Word details

Syllables

2

de · picts

Letters

7

d · e · p · i · c · t · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
e1
p3
i1
c3
t1
s1

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About the word “depicts

The word depicts contains 2 syllables, divided as de · picts. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "depicts" have?

"depicts" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "depicts" into syllables?

"depicts" is divided into syllables as: de · picts.

What is the Scrabble score for "depicts"?

The Scrabble score for "depicts" is 12 points.

Using “depicts” in writing

Two-syllable words like "depicts" (de · picts) 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, depicts is worth 12 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 “depicts

The letters in depicts can be rearranged to spell one other word: discept.

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