How many syllables in “diagnose”?
syllables in "diagnose"
Word details
Syllables
2
diag · nose
Letters
8
d · i · a · g · n · o · s · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “diagnose”
The word “diagnose” contains 2 syllables, divided as diag · nose. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "diagnose" have?
"diagnose" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "diagnose" into syllables?
"diagnose" is divided into syllables as: diag · nose.
What is the Scrabble score for "diagnose"?
The Scrabble score for "diagnose" is 10 points.
Using “diagnose” in writing
Two-syllable words like "diagnose" (diag · nose) 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, “diagnose” 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 “diagnose”
The letters in “diagnose” can be rearranged to spell one other word: agonised.