How many syllables in “deportment”?
syllables in "deportment"
Word details
Syllables
3
de · por · tment
Letters
10
d · e · p · o · r · t · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
15
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About the word “deportment”
The word “deportment” contains 3 syllables, divided as de · por · tment. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deportment" have?
"deportment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "deportment" into syllables?
"deportment" is divided into syllables as: de · por · tment.
What is the Scrabble score for "deportment"?
The Scrabble score for "deportment" is 15 points.
Using “deportment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "deportment" (de · por · tment) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “deportment” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.