How many syllables in “derange”?
syllables in "derange"
Word details
Syllables
2
dera · nge
Letters
7
d · e · r · a · n · g · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “derange”
The word “derange” contains 2 syllables, divided as dera · nge. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "derange" have?
"derange" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "derange" into syllables?
"derange" is divided into syllables as: dera · nge.
What is the Scrabble score for "derange"?
The Scrabble score for "derange" is 9 points.
Using “derange” in writing
Two-syllable words like "derange" (dera · nge) 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, “derange” 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 “derange”
The letters in “derange” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: angered, enraged, grandee, grenade.