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How many syllables in “scraggiest”?

2

syllables in "scraggiest"

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Word details

Syllables

2

scrag · giest

Letters

10

s · c · r · a · g · g · i · e · s · t

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
c3
r1
a1
g2
g2
i1
e1
s1
t1

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About the word “scraggiest

The word scraggiest contains 2 syllables, divided as scrag · giest. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "scraggiest" have?

"scraggiest" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "scraggiest" into syllables?

"scraggiest" is divided into syllables as: scrag · giest.

What is the Scrabble score for "scraggiest"?

The Scrabble score for "scraggiest" is 14 points.

Using “scraggiest” in writing

Two-syllable words like "scraggiest" (scrag · 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, scraggiest is worth 14 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.

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