How many syllables in “disown”?
syllables in "disown"
Word details
Syllables
2
di · sown
Letters
6
d · i · s · o · w · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “disown”
The word “disown” contains 2 syllables, divided as di · sown. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disown" have?
"disown" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "disown" into syllables?
"disown" is divided into syllables as: di · sown.
What is the Scrabble score for "disown"?
The Scrabble score for "disown" is 10 points.
Using “disown” in writing
Two-syllable words like "disown" (di · sown) 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, “disown” is worth 10 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 “disown”
The letters in “disown” can be rearranged to spell one other word: indows.