How many syllables in “begrudges”?
syllables in "begrudges"
Word details
Syllables
3
be · grud · ges
Letters
9
b · e · g · r · u · d · g · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “begrudges”
The word “begrudges” contains 3 syllables, divided as be · grud · ges. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "begrudges" have?
"begrudges" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "begrudges" into syllables?
"begrudges" is divided into syllables as: be · grud · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "begrudges"?
The Scrabble score for "begrudges" is 14 points.
Using “begrudges” in writing
Three-syllable words like "begrudges" (be · grud · ges) 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, “begrudges” is worth 14 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 “begrudges”
The letters in “begrudges” can be rearranged to spell one other word: debuggers.