How many syllables in “dredgings”?
syllables in "dredgings"
Word details
Syllables
2
dred · gings
Letters
9
d · r · e · d · g · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “dredgings”
The word “dredgings” contains 2 syllables, divided as dred · gings. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dredgings" have?
"dredgings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dredgings" into syllables?
"dredgings" is divided into syllables as: dred · gings.
What is the Scrabble score for "dredgings"?
The Scrabble score for "dredgings" is 13 points.
Using “dredgings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dredgings" (dred · gings) 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, “dredgings” 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.