How many syllables in “ragtime”?
syllables in "ragtime"
Word details
Syllables
2
ragt · ime
Letters
7
r · a · g · t · i · m · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “ragtime”
The word “ragtime” contains 2 syllables, divided as ragt · ime. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ragtime" have?
"ragtime" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ragtime" into syllables?
"ragtime" is divided into syllables as: ragt · ime.
What is the Scrabble score for "ragtime"?
The Scrabble score for "ragtime" is 10 points.
Using “ragtime” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ragtime" (ragt · ime) 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, “ragtime” is worth 10 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 “ragtime”
The letters in “ragtime” can be rearranged to spell one other word: migrate.