How many syllables in “devoirs”?
syllables in "devoirs"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · voirs
Letters
7
d · e · v · o · i · r · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “devoirs”
The word “devoirs” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · voirs. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "devoirs" have?
"devoirs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "devoirs" into syllables?
"devoirs" is divided into syllables as: de · voirs.
What is the Scrabble score for "devoirs"?
The Scrabble score for "devoirs" is 11 points.
Using “devoirs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "devoirs" (de · voirs) 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, “devoirs” is worth 11 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.
Anagrams of “devoirs”
The letters in “devoirs” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: devisor, visored, voiders.