How many syllables in “embargoing”?
syllables in "embargoing"
Word details
Syllables
3
em · bar · going
Letters
10
e · m · b · a · r · g · o · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
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About the word “embargoing”
The word “embargoing” contains 3 syllables, divided as em · bar · going. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "embargoing" have?
"embargoing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "embargoing" into syllables?
"embargoing" is divided into syllables as: em · bar · going.
What is the Scrabble score for "embargoing"?
The Scrabble score for "embargoing" is 16 points.
Using “embargoing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "embargoing" (em · bar · going) 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, “embargoing” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.