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How many syllables in “androgen”?

3

syllables in "androgen"

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Word details

Syllables

3

an · dro · gen

Letters

8

a · n · d · r · o · g · e · n

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
n1
d2
r1
o1
g2
e1
n1

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About the word “androgen

The word androgen contains 3 syllables, divided as an · dro · gen. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "androgen" have?

"androgen" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "androgen" into syllables?

"androgen" is divided into syllables as: an · dro · gen.

What is the Scrabble score for "androgen"?

The Scrabble score for "androgen" is 10 points.

Using “androgen” in writing

Three-syllable words like "androgen" (an · dro · gen) 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, androgen 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.

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