How many syllables in “devons”?
syllables in "devons"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · vons
Letters
6
d · e · v · o · n · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “devons”
The word “devons” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · vons. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "devons" have?
"devons" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "devons" into syllables?
"devons" is divided into syllables as: de · vons.
What is the Scrabble score for "devons"?
The Scrabble score for "devons" is 10 points.
Using “devons” in writing
Two-syllable words like "devons" (de · vons) 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, “devons” is worth 10 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 “devons”
The letters in “devons” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dovens.