How many syllables in “flagrancy”?
syllables in "flagrancy"
Word details
Syllables
3
fla · gran · cy
Letters
9
f · l · a · g · r · a · n · c · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “flagrancy”
The word “flagrancy” contains 3 syllables, divided as fla · gran · cy. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flagrancy" have?
"flagrancy" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flagrancy" into syllables?
"flagrancy" is divided into syllables as: fla · gran · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "flagrancy"?
The Scrabble score for "flagrancy" is 18 points.
Using “flagrancy” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flagrancy" (fla · gran · cy) 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, “flagrancy” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.