How many syllables in “saggiest”?
syllables in "saggiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
sag · giest
Letters
8
s · a · g · g · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “saggiest”
The word “saggiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as sag · giest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "saggiest" have?
"saggiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "saggiest" into syllables?
"saggiest" is divided into syllables as: sag · giest.
What is the Scrabble score for "saggiest"?
The Scrabble score for "saggiest" is 10 points.
Using “saggiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "saggiest" (sag · giest) 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, “saggiest” 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 “saggiest”
The letters in “saggiest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: staggies.