How many syllables in “begrudge”?
syllables in "begrudge"
Word details
Syllables
2
begr · udge
Letters
8
b · e · g · r · u · d · g · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “begrudge”
The word “begrudge” contains 2 syllables, divided as begr · udge. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "begrudge" have?
"begrudge" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "begrudge" into syllables?
"begrudge" is divided into syllables as: begr · udge.
What is the Scrabble score for "begrudge"?
The Scrabble score for "begrudge" is 13 points.
Using “begrudge” in writing
Two-syllable words like "begrudge" (begr · udge) 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, “begrudge” is worth 13 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 “begrudge”
The letters in “begrudge” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: buggered, debugger.