How many syllables in “sanguine”?
syllables in "sanguine"
Word details
Syllables
2
sang · uine
Letters
8
s · a · n · g · u · i · n · e
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “sanguine”
The word “sanguine” contains 2 syllables, divided as sang · uine. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sanguine" have?
"sanguine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sanguine" into syllables?
"sanguine" is divided into syllables as: sang · uine.
What is the Scrabble score for "sanguine"?
The Scrabble score for "sanguine" is 9 points.
Using “sanguine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sanguine" (sang · uine) 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, “sanguine” 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 “sanguine”
The letters in “sanguine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: guanines.