How many syllables in “indign”?
syllables in "indign"
Word details
Syllables
2
in · dign
Letters
6
i · n · d · i · g · n
Scrabble
8
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About the word “indign”
The word “indign” contains 2 syllables, divided as in · dign. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indign" have?
"indign" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "indign" into syllables?
"indign" is divided into syllables as: in · dign.
What is the Scrabble score for "indign"?
The Scrabble score for "indign" is 8 points.
Using “indign” in writing
Two-syllable words like "indign" (in · dign) 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, “indign” is worth 8 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 “indign”
The letters in “indign” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dining, niding.