How many syllables in “augment”?
syllables in "augment"
Word details
Syllables
2
aug · ment
Letters
7
a · u · g · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “augment”
The word “augment” contains 2 syllables, divided as aug · ment. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "augment" have?
"augment" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "augment" into syllables?
"augment" is divided into syllables as: aug · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "augment"?
The Scrabble score for "augment" is 10 points.
Using “augment” in writing
Two-syllable words like "augment" (aug · ment) 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, “augment” 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.
Anagrams of “augment”
The letters in “augment” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mutagen.