How many syllables in “anguine”?
syllables in "anguine"
Word details
Syllables
2
angu · ine
Letters
7
a · n · g · u · i · n · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “anguine”
The word “anguine” contains 2 syllables, divided as angu · ine. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anguine" have?
"anguine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "anguine" into syllables?
"anguine" is divided into syllables as: angu · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "anguine"?
The Scrabble score for "anguine" is 8 points.
Using “anguine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "anguine" (angu · ine) 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, “anguine” is worth 8 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 “anguine”
The letters in “anguine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: guanine.