How many syllables in “direct”?
syllables in "direct"
Word details
Syllables
2
di · rect
Letters
6
d · i · r · e · c · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “direct”
The word “direct” contains 2 syllables, divided as di · rect. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "direct" have?
"direct" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "direct" into syllables?
"direct" is divided into syllables as: di · rect.
What is the Scrabble score for "direct"?
The Scrabble score for "direct" is 9 points.
Using “direct” in writing
Two-syllable words like "direct" (di · rect) 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, “direct” is worth 9 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 “direct”
The letters in “direct” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: credit, triced.