How many syllables in “brigade”?
syllables in "brigade"
Word details
Syllables
2
brig · ade
Letters
7
b · r · i · g · a · d · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “brigade”
The word “brigade” contains 2 syllables, divided as brig · ade. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brigade" have?
"brigade" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "brigade" into syllables?
"brigade" is divided into syllables as: brig · ade.
What is the Scrabble score for "brigade"?
The Scrabble score for "brigade" is 11 points.
Using “brigade” in writing
Two-syllable words like "brigade" (brig · ade) 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, “brigade” is worth 11 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 “brigade”
The letters in “brigade” can be rearranged to spell one other word: abridge.