How many syllables in “faggotries”?
syllables in "faggotries"
Word details
Syllables
3
fag · go · tries
Letters
10
f · a · g · g · o · t · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “faggotries”
The word “faggotries” contains 3 syllables, divided as fag · go · tries. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "faggotries" have?
"faggotries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "faggotries" into syllables?
"faggotries" is divided into syllables as: fag · go · tries.
What is the Scrabble score for "faggotries"?
The Scrabble score for "faggotries" is 15 points.
Using “faggotries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "faggotries" (fag · go · tries) 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, “faggotries” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.