How many syllables in “dev”?
1
syllable in "dev"
dev
database
Word details
Syllables
1
dev
Letters
3
d · e · v
Scrabble
7
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
d2
e1
v4
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About the word “dev”
The word “dev” contains 1 syllable, divided as dev. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dev" have?
"dev" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "dev" into syllables?
"dev" is divided into syllables as: dev.
What is the Scrabble score for "dev"?
The Scrabble score for "dev" is 7 points.
Using “dev” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "dev" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “dev” 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.