How many syllables in “drudgery”?
syllables in "drudgery"
Word details
Syllables
3
drud · ge · ry
Letters
8
d · r · u · d · g · e · r · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “drudgery”
The word “drudgery” contains 3 syllables, divided as drud · ge · ry. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drudgery" have?
"drudgery" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "drudgery" into syllables?
"drudgery" is divided into syllables as: drud · ge · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "drudgery"?
The Scrabble score for "drudgery" is 14 points.
Using “drudgery” in writing
Three-syllable words like "drudgery" (drud · ge · ry) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “drudgery” is worth 14 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.