How many syllables in “agonised”?
syllables in "agonised"
Word details
Syllables
3
ago · nis · ed
Letters
8
a · g · o · n · i · s · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “agonised”
The word “agonised” contains 3 syllables, divided as ago · nis · ed. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "agonised" have?
"agonised" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "agonised" into syllables?
"agonised" is divided into syllables as: ago · nis · ed.
What is the Scrabble score for "agonised"?
The Scrabble score for "agonised" is 10 points.
Using “agonised” in writing
Three-syllable words like "agonised" (ago · nis · ed) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “agonised” is worth 10 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 “agonised”
The letters in “agonised” can be rearranged to spell one other word: diagnose.