How many syllables in “quagmirier”?
syllables in "quagmirier"
Word details
Syllables
3
quag · mi · rier
Letters
10
q · u · a · g · m · i · r · i · e · r
Scrabble
22
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About the word “quagmirier”
The word “quagmirier” contains 3 syllables, divided as quag · mi · rier. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quagmirier" have?
"quagmirier" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "quagmirier" into syllables?
"quagmirier" is divided into syllables as: quag · mi · rier.
What is the Scrabble score for "quagmirier"?
The Scrabble score for "quagmirier" is 22 points.
Using “quagmirier” in writing
Three-syllable words like "quagmirier" (quag · mi · rier) 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, “quagmirier” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.