How many syllables in “garments”?
syllables in "garments"
Word details
Syllables
2
gar · ments
Letters
8
g · a · r · m · e · n · t · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “garments”
The word “garments” contains 2 syllables, divided as gar · ments. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "garments" have?
"garments" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "garments" into syllables?
"garments" is divided into syllables as: gar · ments.
What is the Scrabble score for "garments"?
The Scrabble score for "garments" is 11 points.
Using “garments” in writing
Two-syllable words like "garments" (gar · ments) 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, “garments” is worth 11 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 “garments”
The letters in “garments” can be rearranged to spell one other word: margents.