How many syllables in “duendes”?
syllables in "duendes"
Word details
Syllables
2
duen · des
Letters
7
d · u · e · n · d · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “duendes”
The word “duendes” contains 2 syllables, divided as duen · des. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "duendes" have?
"duendes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "duendes" into syllables?
"duendes" is divided into syllables as: duen · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "duendes"?
The Scrabble score for "duendes" is 9 points.
Using “duendes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "duendes" (duen · des) 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, “duendes” 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 “duendes”
The letters in “duendes” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: denudes, dudeens.