How many syllables in “doglike”?
syllables in "doglike"
Word details
Syllables
2
dogl · ike
Letters
7
d · o · g · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “doglike”
The word “doglike” contains 2 syllables, divided as dogl · ike. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doglike" have?
"doglike" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "doglike" into syllables?
"doglike" is divided into syllables as: dogl · ike.
What is the Scrabble score for "doglike"?
The Scrabble score for "doglike" is 13 points.
Using “doglike” in writing
Two-syllable words like "doglike" (dogl · ike) 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, “doglike” is worth 13 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 “doglike”
The letters in “doglike” can be rearranged to spell one other word: godlike.