How many syllables in “degums”?
syllables in "degums"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · gums
Letters
6
d · e · g · u · m · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “degums”
The word “degums” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · gums. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "degums" have?
"degums" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "degums" into syllables?
"degums" is divided into syllables as: de · gums.
What is the Scrabble score for "degums"?
The Scrabble score for "degums" is 10 points.
Using “degums” in writing
Two-syllable words like "degums" (de · gums) 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, “degums” is worth 10 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 “degums”
The letters in “degums” can be rearranged to spell one other word: smudge.