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How many syllables in “midgets”?

2

syllables in "midgets"

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Word details

Syllables

2

mid · gets

Letters

7

m · i · d · g · e · t · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
i1
d2
g2
e1
t1
s1

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About the word “midgets

The word midgets contains 2 syllables, divided as mid · gets. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "midgets" have?

"midgets" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "midgets" into syllables?

"midgets" is divided into syllables as: mid · gets.

What is the Scrabble score for "midgets"?

The Scrabble score for "midgets" is 11 points.

Using “midgets” in writing

Two-syllable words like "midgets" (mid · gets) 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, midgets is worth 11 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.

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