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