How many syllables in “dragoon”?
syllables in "dragoon"
Word details
Syllables
2
dra · goon
Letters
7
d · r · a · g · o · o · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “dragoon”
The word “dragoon” contains 2 syllables, divided as dra · goon. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dragoon" have?
"dragoon" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dragoon" into syllables?
"dragoon" is divided into syllables as: dra · goon.
What is the Scrabble score for "dragoon"?
The Scrabble score for "dragoon" is 9 points.
Using “dragoon” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dragoon" (dra · goon) 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, “dragoon” is worth 9 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 “dragoon”
The letters in “dragoon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gadroon.