How many syllables in “danger”?
syllables in "danger"
Word details
Syllables
2
dan · ger
Letters
6
d · a · n · g · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “danger”
The word “danger” contains 2 syllables, divided as dan · ger. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "danger" have?
"danger" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "danger" into syllables?
"danger" is divided into syllables as: dan · ger.
What is the Scrabble score for "danger"?
The Scrabble score for "danger" is 8 points.
Using “danger” in writing
Two-syllable words like "danger" (dan · 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, “danger” is worth 8 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 “danger”
The letters in “danger” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: gander, garden, ranged.