How many syllables in “argot”?
syllables in "argot"
Word details
Syllables
2
ar · got
Letters
5
a · r · g · o · t
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “argot”
The word “argot” contains 2 syllables, divided as ar · got. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "argot" have?
"argot" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "argot" into syllables?
"argot" is divided into syllables as: ar · got.
What is the Scrabble score for "argot"?
The Scrabble score for "argot" is 6 points.
Using “argot” in writing
Two-syllable words like "argot" (ar · got) 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, “argot” 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 “argot”
The letters in “argot” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: gator, groat.