How many syllables in “dagger”?
syllables in "dagger"
Word details
Syllables
2
dag · ger
Letters
6
d · a · g · g · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “dagger”
The word “dagger” contains 2 syllables, divided as dag · ger. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dagger" have?
"dagger" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dagger" into syllables?
"dagger" is divided into syllables as: dag · ger.
What is the Scrabble score for "dagger"?
The Scrabble score for "dagger" is 9 points.
Using “dagger” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dagger" (dag · ger) 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, “dagger” is worth 9 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 “dagger”
The letters in “dagger” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ragged.