How many syllables in “deposit”?
syllables in "deposit"
Word details
Syllables
3
de · po · sit
Letters
7
d · e · p · o · s · i · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “deposit”
The word “deposit” contains 3 syllables, divided as de · po · sit. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deposit" have?
"deposit" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "deposit" into syllables?
"deposit" is divided into syllables as: de · po · sit.
What is the Scrabble score for "deposit"?
The Scrabble score for "deposit" is 10 points.
Using “deposit” in writing
Three-syllable words like "deposit" (de · po · sit) 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, “deposit” 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 “deposit”
The letters in “deposit” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: dopiest, podites, posited, sopited, topside.