How many syllables in “descried”?
syllables in "descried"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · scried
Letters
8
d · e · s · c · r · i · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “descried”
The word “descried” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · scried. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "descried" have?
"descried" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "descried" into syllables?
"descried" is divided into syllables as: de · scried.
What is the Scrabble score for "descried"?
The Scrabble score for "descried" is 12 points.
Using “descried” in writing
Two-syllable words like "descried" (de · scried) 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, “descried” is worth 12 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 “descried”
The letters in “descried” can be rearranged to spell one other word: deciders.