How many syllables in “disease”?
syllables in "disease"
Word details
Syllables
2
dise · ase
Letters
7
d · i · s · e · a · s · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “disease”
The word “disease” contains 2 syllables, divided as dise · ase. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disease" have?
"disease" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "disease" into syllables?
"disease" is divided into syllables as: dise · ase.
What is the Scrabble score for "disease"?
The Scrabble score for "disease" is 8 points.
Using “disease” in writing
Two-syllable words like "disease" (dise · ase) 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, “disease” is worth 8 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 “disease”
The letters in “disease” can be rearranged to spell one other word: seaside.