How many syllables in “detent”?
syllables in "detent"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · tent
Letters
6
d · e · t · e · n · t
Scrabble
7
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About the word “detent”
The word “detent” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · tent. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "detent" have?
"detent" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "detent" into syllables?
"detent" is divided into syllables as: de · tent.
What is the Scrabble score for "detent"?
The Scrabble score for "detent" is 7 points.
Using “detent” in writing
Two-syllable words like "detent" (de · tent) 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, “detent” 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 “detent”
The letters in “detent” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: netted, tented.