How many syllables in “depot”?
syllables in "depot"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · pot
Letters
5
d · e · p · o · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “depot”
The word “depot” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · pot. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "depot" have?
"depot" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "depot" into syllables?
"depot" is divided into syllables as: de · pot.
What is the Scrabble score for "depot"?
The Scrabble score for "depot" is 8 points.
Using “depot” in writing
Two-syllable words like "depot" (de · pot) 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, “depot” is worth 8 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 “depot”
The letters in “depot” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: opted, toped.