How many syllables in “rangy”?
syllables in "rangy"
Word details
Syllables
2
ran · gy
Letters
5
r · a · n · g · y
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “rangy”
The word “rangy” contains 2 syllables, divided as ran · gy. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rangy" have?
"rangy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rangy" into syllables?
"rangy" is divided into syllables as: ran · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "rangy"?
The Scrabble score for "rangy" is 9 points.
Using “rangy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rangy" (ran · gy) 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, “rangy” 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 “rangy”
The letters in “rangy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: angry.