How many syllables in “midget”?
syllables in "midget"
Word details
Syllables
2
mid · get
Letters
6
m · i · d · g · e · t
Scrabble
10
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About the word “midget”
The word “midget” contains 2 syllables, divided as mid · get. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "midget" have?
"midget" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "midget" into syllables?
"midget" is divided into syllables as: mid · get.
What is the Scrabble score for "midget"?
The Scrabble score for "midget" is 10 points.
Using “midget” in writing
Two-syllable words like "midget" (mid · get) 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, “midget” is worth 10 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.