How many syllables in “downcome”?
syllables in "downcome"
Word details
Syllables
2
down · come
Letters
8
d · o · w · n · c · o · m · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “downcome”
The word “downcome” contains 2 syllables, divided as down · come. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "downcome" have?
"downcome" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "downcome" into syllables?
"downcome" is divided into syllables as: down · come.
What is the Scrabble score for "downcome"?
The Scrabble score for "downcome" is 16 points.
Using “downcome” in writing
Two-syllable words like "downcome" (down · come) 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, “downcome” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “downcome”
The letters in “downcome” can be rearranged to spell one other word: comedown.