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