How many syllables in “pigeon”?
syllables in "pigeon"
Word details
Syllables
2
pi · geon
Letters
6
p · i · g · e · o · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “pigeon”
The word “pigeon” contains 2 syllables, divided as pi · geon. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pigeon" have?
"pigeon" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pigeon" into syllables?
"pigeon" is divided into syllables as: pi · geon.
What is the Scrabble score for "pigeon"?
The Scrabble score for "pigeon" is 9 points.
Using “pigeon” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pigeon" (pi · geon) 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, “pigeon” is worth 9 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 “pigeon”
The letters in “pigeon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: epigon.