How many syllables in “downplay”?
syllables in "downplay"
Word details
Syllables
2
down · play
Letters
8
d · o · w · n · p · l · a · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “downplay”
The word “downplay” contains 2 syllables, divided as down · play. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "downplay" have?
"downplay" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "downplay" into syllables?
"downplay" is divided into syllables as: down · play.
What is the Scrabble score for "downplay"?
The Scrabble score for "downplay" is 17 points.
Using “downplay” in writing
Two-syllable words like "downplay" (down · play) 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, “downplay” is worth 17 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 “downplay”
The letters in “downplay” can be rearranged to spell one other word: playdown.