How many syllables in “diseases”?
syllables in "diseases"
Word details
Syllables
2
dise · ases
Letters
8
d · i · s · e · a · s · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “diseases”
The word “diseases” contains 2 syllables, divided as dise · ases. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "diseases" have?
"diseases" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "diseases" into syllables?
"diseases" is divided into syllables as: dise · ases.
What is the Scrabble score for "diseases"?
The Scrabble score for "diseases" is 9 points.
Using “diseases” in writing
Two-syllable words like "diseases" (dise · ases) 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, “diseases” is worth 9 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 “diseases”
The letters in “diseases” can be rearranged to spell one other word: seasides.