How many syllables in “disowned”?
syllables in "disowned"
Word details
Syllables
2
diso · wned
Letters
8
d · i · s · o · w · n · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “disowned”
The word “disowned” contains 2 syllables, divided as diso · wned. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disowned" have?
"disowned" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "disowned" into syllables?
"disowned" is divided into syllables as: diso · wned.
What is the Scrabble score for "disowned"?
The Scrabble score for "disowned" is 13 points.
Using “disowned” in writing
Two-syllable words like "disowned" (diso · wned) 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, “disowned” is worth 13 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 “disowned”
The letters in “disowned” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: disendow, downside.