How many syllables in “astringe”?
syllables in "astringe"
Word details
Syllables
2
astr · inge
Letters
8
a · s · t · r · i · n · g · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “astringe”
The word “astringe” contains 2 syllables, divided as astr · inge. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "astringe" have?
"astringe" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "astringe" into syllables?
"astringe" is divided into syllables as: astr · inge.
What is the Scrabble score for "astringe"?
The Scrabble score for "astringe" is 9 points.
Using “astringe” in writing
Two-syllable words like "astringe" (astr · inge) 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, “astringe” is worth 9 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 “astringe”
The letters in “astringe” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: angriest, ganister, gantries, granites, ingrates, rangiest.