How many syllables in “desex”?
syllables in "desex"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · sex
Letters
5
d · e · s · e · x
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “desex”
The word “desex” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · sex. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "desex" have?
"desex" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "desex" into syllables?
"desex" is divided into syllables as: de · sex.
What is the Scrabble score for "desex"?
The Scrabble score for "desex" is 13 points.
Using “desex” in writing
Two-syllable words like "desex" (de · sex) 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, “desex” is worth 13 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 “desex”
The letters in “desex” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dexes, sexed.