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How many syllables in “dispend”?

2

syllables in "dispend"

dispend
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Word details

Syllables

2

di · spend

Letters

7

d · i · s · p · e · n · d

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
i1
s1
p3
e1
n1
d2

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About the word “dispend

The word dispend contains 2 syllables, divided as di · spend. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "dispend" have?

"dispend" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "dispend" into syllables?

"dispend" is divided into syllables as: di · spend.

What is the Scrabble score for "dispend"?

The Scrabble score for "dispend" is 11 points.

Using “dispend” in writing

Two-syllable words like "dispend" (di · spend) 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, dispend 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.

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