How many syllables in “enigmas”?
syllables in "enigmas"
Word details
Syllables
3
e · nig · mas
Letters
7
e · n · i · g · m · a · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “enigmas”
The word “enigmas” contains 3 syllables, divided as e · nig · mas. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "enigmas" have?
"enigmas" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "enigmas" into syllables?
"enigmas" is divided into syllables as: e · nig · mas.
What is the Scrabble score for "enigmas"?
The Scrabble score for "enigmas" is 10 points.
Using “enigmas” in writing
Three-syllable words like "enigmas" (e · nig · mas) 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, “enigmas” is worth 10 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 “enigmas”
The letters in “enigmas” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: gamines, seaming.