How many syllables in “discharge”?
syllables in "discharge"
Word details
Syllables
2
disch · arge
Letters
9
d · i · s · c · h · a · r · g · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “discharge”
The word “discharge” contains 2 syllables, divided as disch · arge. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discharge" have?
"discharge" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "discharge" into syllables?
"discharge" is divided into syllables as: disch · arge.
What is the Scrabble score for "discharge"?
The Scrabble score for "discharge" is 16 points.
Using “discharge” in writing
Two-syllable words like "discharge" (disch · arge) 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, “discharge” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “discharge”
The letters in “discharge” can be rearranged to spell one other word: scraighed.