How many syllables in “diadem”?
syllables in "diadem"
Word details
Syllables
2
dia · dem
Letters
6
d · i · a · d · e · m
Scrabble
10
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About the word “diadem”
The word “diadem” contains 2 syllables, divided as dia · dem. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "diadem" have?
"diadem" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "diadem" into syllables?
"diadem" is divided into syllables as: dia · dem.
What is the Scrabble score for "diadem"?
The Scrabble score for "diadem" is 10 points.
Using “diadem” in writing
Two-syllable words like "diadem" (dia · dem) 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, “diadem” 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 “diadem”
The letters in “diadem” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mediad.