How many syllables in “agists”?
syllables in "agists"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · gists
Letters
6
a · g · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “agists”
The word “agists” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · gists. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "agists" have?
"agists" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "agists" into syllables?
"agists" is divided into syllables as: a · gists.
What is the Scrabble score for "agists"?
The Scrabble score for "agists" is 7 points.
Using “agists” in writing
Two-syllable words like "agists" (a · gists) 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, “agists” is worth 7 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 “agists”
The letters in “agists” can be rearranged to spell one other word: staigs.