How many syllables in “negritude”?
syllables in "negritude"
Word details
Syllables
3
neg · rit · ude
Letters
9
n · e · g · r · i · t · u · d · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “negritude”
The word “negritude” contains 3 syllables, divided as neg · rit · ude. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "negritude" have?
"negritude" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "negritude" into syllables?
"negritude" is divided into syllables as: neg · rit · ude.
What is the Scrabble score for "negritude"?
The Scrabble score for "negritude" is 11 points.
Using “negritude” in writing
Three-syllable words like "negritude" (neg · rit · ude) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “negritude” 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.