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How many syllables in “constringent”?

3

syllables in "constringent"

constringent
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Word details

Syllables

3

con · strin · gent

Letters

12

c · o · n · s · t · r · i · n · g · e · n · t

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
o1
n1
s1
t1
r1
i1
n1
g2
e1
n1
t1

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About the word “constringent

The word constringent contains 3 syllables, divided as con · strin · gent. It has 12 letters.

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How many syllables does "constringent" have?

"constringent" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "constringent" into syllables?

"constringent" is divided into syllables as: con · strin · gent.

What is the Scrabble score for "constringent"?

The Scrabble score for "constringent" is 15 points.

Using “constringent” in writing

Three-syllable words like "constringent" (con · strin · gent) 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, constringent is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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