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How many syllables in “descried”?

2

syllables in "descried"

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Word details

Syllables

2

de · scried

Letters

8

d · e · s · c · r · i · e · d

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
e1
s1
c3
r1
i1
e1
d2

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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.

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