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How many syllables in “diabases”?

2

syllables in "diabases"

diabases
database

Word details

Syllables

2

diab · ases

Letters

8

d · i · a · b · a · s · e · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
i1
a1
b3
a1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “diabases

The word diabases contains 2 syllables, divided as diab · ases. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "diabases" have?

"diabases" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "diabases" into syllables?

"diabases" is divided into syllables as: diab · ases.

What is the Scrabble score for "diabases"?

The Scrabble score for "diabases" is 11 points.

Using “diabases” in writing

Two-syllable words like "diabases" (diab · ases) 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, diabases 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.

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