How many syllables in “deranged”?
syllables in "deranged"
Word details
Syllables
2
dera · nged
Letters
8
d · e · r · a · n · g · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “deranged”
The word “deranged” contains 2 syllables, divided as dera · nged. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deranged" have?
"deranged" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deranged" into syllables?
"deranged" is divided into syllables as: dera · nged.
What is the Scrabble score for "deranged"?
The Scrabble score for "deranged" is 11 points.
Using “deranged” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deranged" (dera · nged) 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, “deranged” is worth 11 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 “deranged”
The letters in “deranged” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: dangered, gandered, gardened.