How many syllables in “doggerel”?
syllables in "doggerel"
Word details
Syllables
3
dog · ge · rel
Letters
8
d · o · g · g · e · r · e · l
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “doggerel”
The word “doggerel” contains 3 syllables, divided as dog · ge · rel. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doggerel" have?
"doggerel" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "doggerel" into syllables?
"doggerel" is divided into syllables as: dog · ge · rel.
What is the Scrabble score for "doggerel"?
The Scrabble score for "doggerel" is 11 points.
Using “doggerel” in writing
Three-syllable words like "doggerel" (dog · ge · rel) 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, “doggerel” 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.