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