How many syllables in “doglegs”?
syllables in "doglegs"
Word details
Syllables
2
do · glegs
Letters
7
d · o · g · l · e · g · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “doglegs”
The word “doglegs” contains 2 syllables, divided as do · glegs. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doglegs" have?
"doglegs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "doglegs" into syllables?
"doglegs" is divided into syllables as: do · glegs.
What is the Scrabble score for "doglegs"?
The Scrabble score for "doglegs" is 10 points.
Using “doglegs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "doglegs" (do · glegs) 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, “doglegs” 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 “doglegs”
The letters in “doglegs” can be rearranged to spell one other word: slogged.