How many syllables in “agin”?
syllables in "agin"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · gin
Letters
4
a · g · i · n
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “agin”
The word “agin” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · gin. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "agin" have?
"agin" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "agin" into syllables?
"agin" is divided into syllables as: a · gin.
What is the Scrabble score for "agin"?
The Scrabble score for "agin" is 5 points.
Using “agin” in writing
Two-syllable words like "agin" (a · gin) 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, “agin” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “agin”
The letters in “agin” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gain.