How many syllables in “drogues”?
syllables in "drogues"
Word details
Syllables
2
dro · gues
Letters
7
d · r · o · g · u · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “drogues”
The word “drogues” contains 2 syllables, divided as dro · gues. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drogues" have?
"drogues" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "drogues" into syllables?
"drogues" is divided into syllables as: dro · gues.
What is the Scrabble score for "drogues"?
The Scrabble score for "drogues" is 9 points.
Using “drogues” in writing
Two-syllable words like "drogues" (dro · gues) 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, “drogues” 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 “drogues”
The letters in “drogues” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: gourdes, groused.