How many syllables in “piggish”?
syllables in "piggish"
Word details
Syllables
2
pig · gish
Letters
7
p · i · g · g · i · s · h
Scrabble
14
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “piggish”
The word “piggish” contains 2 syllables, divided as pig · gish. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "piggish" have?
"piggish" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "piggish" into syllables?
"piggish" is divided into syllables as: pig · gish.
What is the Scrabble score for "piggish"?
The Scrabble score for "piggish" is 14 points.
Using “piggish” in writing
Two-syllable words like "piggish" (pig · gish) 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, “piggish” is worth 14 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.