How many syllables in “agist”?
syllables in "agist"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · gist
Letters
5
a · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “agist”
The word “agist” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · gist. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "agist" have?
"agist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "agist" into syllables?
"agist" is divided into syllables as: a · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "agist"?
The Scrabble score for "agist" is 6 points.
Using “agist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "agist" (a · gist) 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, “agist” is worth 6 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 “agist”
The letters in “agist” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: gaits, staig.