How many syllables in “midge”?
1
syllable in "midge"
midge
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Word details
Syllables
1
midge
Letters
5
m · i · d · g · e
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
m3
i1
d2
g2
e1
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About the word “midge”
The word “midge” contains 1 syllable, divided as midge. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "midge" have?
"midge" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "midge" into syllables?
"midge" is divided into syllables as: midge.
What is the Scrabble score for "midge"?
The Scrabble score for "midge" is 9 points.
Using “midge” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "midge" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “midge” is worth 9 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.