How many syllables in “despoiled”?
syllables in "despoiled"
Word details
Syllables
2
despo · iled
Letters
9
d · e · s · p · o · i · l · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “despoiled”
The word “despoiled” contains 2 syllables, divided as despo · iled. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "despoiled" have?
"despoiled" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "despoiled" into syllables?
"despoiled" is divided into syllables as: despo · iled.
What is the Scrabble score for "despoiled"?
The Scrabble score for "despoiled" is 13 points.
Using “despoiled” in writing
Two-syllable words like "despoiled" (despo · iled) 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, “despoiled” 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.