How many syllables in “bagel”?
syllables in "bagel"
Word details
Syllables
2
ba · gel
Letters
5
b · a · g · e · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “bagel”
The word “bagel” contains 2 syllables, divided as ba · gel. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bagel" have?
"bagel" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bagel" into syllables?
"bagel" is divided into syllables as: ba · gel.
What is the Scrabble score for "bagel"?
The Scrabble score for "bagel" is 8 points.
Using “bagel” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bagel" (ba · gel) 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, “bagel” 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 “bagel”
The letters in “bagel” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: belga, gable, gleba.