How many syllables in “bigotry”?
syllables in "bigotry"
Word details
Syllables
3
bi · go · try
Letters
7
b · i · g · o · t · r · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “bigotry”
The word “bigotry” contains 3 syllables, divided as bi · go · try. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bigotry" have?
"bigotry" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bigotry" into syllables?
"bigotry" is divided into syllables as: bi · go · try.
What is the Scrabble score for "bigotry"?
The Scrabble score for "bigotry" is 13 points.
Using “bigotry” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bigotry" (bi · go · try) 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, “bigotry” 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.