How many syllables in “pigment”?
syllables in "pigment"
Word details
Syllables
2
pig · ment
Letters
7
p · i · g · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “pigment”
The word “pigment” contains 2 syllables, divided as pig · ment. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pigment" have?
"pigment" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pigment" into syllables?
"pigment" is divided into syllables as: pig · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "pigment"?
The Scrabble score for "pigment" is 12 points.
Using “pigment” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pigment" (pig · ment) 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, “pigment” is worth 12 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 “pigment”
The letters in “pigment” can be rearranged to spell one other word: temping.