How many syllables in “discreet”?
syllables in "discreet"
Word details
Syllables
2
di · screet
Letters
8
d · i · s · c · r · e · e · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “discreet”
The word “discreet” contains 2 syllables, divided as di · screet. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discreet" have?
"discreet" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "discreet" into syllables?
"discreet" is divided into syllables as: di · screet.
What is the Scrabble score for "discreet"?
The Scrabble score for "discreet" is 11 points.
Using “discreet” in writing
Two-syllable words like "discreet" (di · screet) 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, “discreet” is worth 11 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 “discreet”
The letters in “discreet” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: desertic, discrete.