How many syllables in “disport”?
syllables in "disport"
Word details
Syllables
2
di · sport
Letters
7
d · i · s · p · o · r · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “disport”
The word “disport” contains 2 syllables, divided as di · sport. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disport" have?
"disport" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "disport" into syllables?
"disport" is divided into syllables as: di · sport.
What is the Scrabble score for "disport"?
The Scrabble score for "disport" is 10 points.
Using “disport” in writing
Two-syllable words like "disport" (di · sport) 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, “disport” 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 “disport”
The letters in “disport” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: torpids, tripods.