How many syllables in “dezinc”?
syllables in "dezinc"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · zinc
Letters
6
d · e · z · i · n · c
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “dezinc”
The word “dezinc” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · zinc. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dezinc" have?
"dezinc" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dezinc" into syllables?
"dezinc" is divided into syllables as: de · zinc.
What is the Scrabble score for "dezinc"?
The Scrabble score for "dezinc" is 18 points.
Using “dezinc” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dezinc" (de · zinc) 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, “dezinc” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “dezinc”
The letters in “dezinc” can be rearranged to spell one other word: zinced.