How many syllables in “device”?
syllables in "device"
Word details
Syllables
2
dev · ice
Letters
6
d · e · v · i · c · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “device”
The word “device” contains 2 syllables, divided as dev · ice. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "device" have?
"device" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "device" into syllables?
"device" is divided into syllables as: dev · ice.
What is the Scrabble score for "device"?
The Scrabble score for "device" is 12 points.
Using “device” in writing
Two-syllable words like "device" (dev · ice) 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, “device” is worth 12 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.