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How many syllables in “despiteful”?

4

syllables in "despiteful"

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Word details

Syllables

4

de · spi · te · ful

Letters

10

d · e · s · p · i · t · e · f · u · l

Scrabble

16

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Scrabble letter values

d2
e1
s1
p3
i1
t1
e1
f4
u1
l1

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About the word “despiteful

The word despiteful contains 4 syllables, divided as de · spi · te · ful. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "despiteful" have?

"despiteful" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "despiteful" into syllables?

"despiteful" is divided into syllables as: de · spi · te · ful.

What is the Scrabble score for "despiteful"?

The Scrabble score for "despiteful" is 16 points.

Using “despiteful” in writing

Four-syllable words like "despiteful" (de · spi · te · ful) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, despiteful is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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