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