How many syllables in “detail”?
syllables in "detail"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · tail
Letters
6
d · e · t · a · i · l
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “detail”
The word “detail” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · tail. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "detail" have?
"detail" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "detail" into syllables?
"detail" is divided into syllables as: de · tail.
What is the Scrabble score for "detail"?
The Scrabble score for "detail" is 7 points.
Using “detail” in writing
Two-syllable words like "detail" (de · tail) 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, “detail” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “detail”
The letters in “detail” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dilate, tailed.