How many syllables in “egoist”?
syllables in "egoist"
Word details
Syllables
2
e · goist
Letters
6
e · g · o · i · s · t
Scrabble
7
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About the word “egoist”
The word “egoist” contains 2 syllables, divided as e · goist. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "egoist" have?
"egoist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "egoist" into syllables?
"egoist" is divided into syllables as: e · goist.
What is the Scrabble score for "egoist"?
The Scrabble score for "egoist" is 7 points.
Using “egoist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "egoist" (e · goist) 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, “egoist” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “egoist”
The letters in “egoist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: stogie.