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