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