How many syllables in “negus”?
syllables in "negus"
Word details
Syllables
2
ne · gus
Letters
5
n · e · g · u · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “negus”
The word “negus” contains 2 syllables, divided as ne · gus. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "negus" have?
"negus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "negus" into syllables?
"negus" is divided into syllables as: ne · gus.
What is the Scrabble score for "negus"?
The Scrabble score for "negus" is 6 points.
Using “negus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "negus" (ne · gus) 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, “negus” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “negus”
The letters in “negus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: genus.