How many syllables in “distaste”?
syllables in "distaste"
Word details
Syllables
2
dist · aste
Letters
8
d · i · s · t · a · s · t · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “distaste”
The word “distaste” contains 2 syllables, divided as dist · aste. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "distaste" have?
"distaste" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "distaste" into syllables?
"distaste" is divided into syllables as: dist · aste.
What is the Scrabble score for "distaste"?
The Scrabble score for "distaste" is 9 points.
Using “distaste” in writing
Two-syllable words like "distaste" (dist · aste) 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, “distaste” is worth 9 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 “distaste”
The letters in “distaste” can be rearranged to spell one other word: staidest.