How many syllables in “dugong”?
syllables in "dugong"
Word details
Syllables
2
du · gong
Letters
6
d · u · g · o · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “dugong”
The word “dugong” contains 2 syllables, divided as du · gong. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dugong" have?
"dugong" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dugong" into syllables?
"dugong" is divided into syllables as: du · gong.
What is the Scrabble score for "dugong"?
The Scrabble score for "dugong" is 9 points.
Using “dugong” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dugong" (du · gong) 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, “dugong” 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 “dugong”
The letters in “dugong” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gundog.