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How many syllables in “directs”?

2

syllables in "directs"

directs
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Word details

Syllables

2

di · rects

Letters

7

d · i · r · e · c · t · s

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
i1
r1
e1
c3
t1
s1

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About the word “directs

The word directs contains 2 syllables, divided as di · rects. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "directs" have?

"directs" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "directs" into syllables?

"directs" is divided into syllables as: di · rects.

What is the Scrabble score for "directs"?

The Scrabble score for "directs" is 10 points.

Using “directs” in writing

Two-syllable words like "directs" (di · rects) 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, directs 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 “directs

The letters in directs can be rearranged to spell one other word: credits.

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