How many syllables in “beggar”?
syllables in "beggar"
Word details
Syllables
2
beg · gar
Letters
6
b · e · g · g · a · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “beggar”
The word “beggar” contains 2 syllables, divided as beg · gar. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "beggar" have?
"beggar" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "beggar" into syllables?
"beggar" is divided into syllables as: beg · gar.
What is the Scrabble score for "beggar"?
The Scrabble score for "beggar" is 10 points.
Using “beggar” in writing
Two-syllable words like "beggar" (beg · gar) 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, “beggar” 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 “beggar”
The letters in “beggar” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bagger.