How many syllables in “despoils”?
syllables in "despoils"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · spoils
Letters
8
d · e · s · p · o · i · l · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “despoils”
The word “despoils” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · spoils. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "despoils" have?
"despoils" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "despoils" into syllables?
"despoils" is divided into syllables as: de · spoils.
What is the Scrabble score for "despoils"?
The Scrabble score for "despoils" is 11 points.
Using “despoils” in writing
Two-syllable words like "despoils" (de · spoils) 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, “despoils” is worth 11 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 “despoils”
The letters in “despoils” can be rearranged to spell one other word: diploses.