How many syllables in “pagan”?
syllables in "pagan"
Word details
Syllables
2
pa · gan
Letters
5
p · a · g · a · n
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “pagan”
The word “pagan” contains 2 syllables, divided as pa · gan. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pagan" have?
"pagan" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pagan" into syllables?
"pagan" is divided into syllables as: pa · gan.
What is the Scrabble score for "pagan"?
The Scrabble score for "pagan" is 8 points.
Using “pagan” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pagan" (pa · gan) 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, “pagan” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “pagan”
The letters in “pagan” can be rearranged to spell one other word: panga.