How many syllables in “ignite”?
syllables in "ignite"
Word details
Syllables
2
ign · ite
Letters
6
i · g · n · i · t · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “ignite”
The word “ignite” contains 2 syllables, divided as ign · ite. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ignite" have?
"ignite" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ignite" into syllables?
"ignite" is divided into syllables as: ign · ite.
What is the Scrabble score for "ignite"?
The Scrabble score for "ignite" is 7 points.
Using “ignite” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ignite" (ign · ite) 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, “ignite” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “ignite”
The letters in “ignite” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tieing.