How many syllables in “ingots”?
syllables in "ingots"
Word details
Syllables
2
in · gots
Letters
6
i · n · g · o · t · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “ingots”
The word “ingots” contains 2 syllables, divided as in · gots. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ingots" have?
"ingots" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ingots" into syllables?
"ingots" is divided into syllables as: in · gots.
What is the Scrabble score for "ingots"?
The Scrabble score for "ingots" is 7 points.
Using “ingots” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ingots" (in · gots) 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, “ingots” 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 “ingots”
The letters in “ingots” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: stingo, tigons.