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