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