How many syllables in “pangolin”?
syllables in "pangolin"
Word details
Syllables
3
pan · go · lin
Letters
8
p · a · n · g · o · l · i · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “pangolin”
The word “pangolin” contains 3 syllables, divided as pan · go · lin. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pangolin" have?
"pangolin" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pangolin" into syllables?
"pangolin" is divided into syllables as: pan · go · lin.
What is the Scrabble score for "pangolin"?
The Scrabble score for "pangolin" is 11 points.
Using “pangolin” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pangolin" (pan · go · lin) 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, “pangolin” 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.