How many syllables in “backgammon”?
syllables in "backgammon"
Word details
Syllables
3
bac · kgam · mon
Letters
10
b · a · c · k · g · a · m · m · o · n
Scrabble
23
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About the word “backgammon”
The word “backgammon” contains 3 syllables, divided as bac · kgam · mon. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "backgammon" have?
"backgammon" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "backgammon" into syllables?
"backgammon" is divided into syllables as: bac · kgam · mon.
What is the Scrabble score for "backgammon"?
The Scrabble score for "backgammon" is 23 points.
Using “backgammon” in writing
Three-syllable words like "backgammon" (bac · kgam · mon) 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, “backgammon” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.