How many syllables in “ragged”?
syllable in "ragged"
Word details
Syllables
1
ragged
Letters
6
r · a · g · g · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ragged”
The word “ragged” contains 1 syllable, divided as ragged. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ragged" have?
"ragged" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ragged" into syllables?
"ragged" is divided into syllables as: ragged.
What is the Scrabble score for "ragged"?
The Scrabble score for "ragged" is 9 points.
Using “ragged” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ragged" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ragged” 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 “ragged”
The letters in “ragged” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dagger.