How many syllables in “disprove”?
syllables in "disprove"
Word details
Syllables
2
disp · rove
Letters
8
d · i · s · p · r · o · v · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “disprove”
The word “disprove” contains 2 syllables, divided as disp · rove. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disprove" have?
"disprove" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "disprove" into syllables?
"disprove" is divided into syllables as: disp · rove.
What is the Scrabble score for "disprove"?
The Scrabble score for "disprove" is 14 points.
Using “disprove” in writing
Two-syllable words like "disprove" (disp · rove) 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, “disprove” is worth 14 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 “disprove”
The letters in “disprove” can be rearranged to spell one other word: provides.