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How many syllables in “diatheses”?

2

syllables in "diatheses"

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Word details

Syllables

2

diath · eses

Letters

9

d · i · a · t · h · e · s · e · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
i1
a1
t1
h4
e1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “diatheses

The word diatheses contains 2 syllables, divided as diath · eses. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "diatheses" have?

"diatheses" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "diatheses" into syllables?

"diatheses" is divided into syllables as: diath · eses.

What is the Scrabble score for "diatheses"?

The Scrabble score for "diatheses" is 13 points.

Using “diatheses” in writing

Two-syllable words like "diatheses" (diath · eses) 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, diatheses is worth 13 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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