How many syllables in “jingoist”?
syllables in "jingoist"
Word details
Syllables
2
jin · goist
Letters
8
j · i · n · g · o · i · s · t
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “jingoist”
The word “jingoist” contains 2 syllables, divided as jin · goist. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jingoist" have?
"jingoist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "jingoist" into syllables?
"jingoist" is divided into syllables as: jin · goist.
What is the Scrabble score for "jingoist"?
The Scrabble score for "jingoist" is 16 points.
Using “jingoist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "jingoist" (jin · goist) 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, “jingoist” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “jingoist”
The letters in “jingoist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: joisting.