How many syllables in “secretagogue”?
syllables in "secretagogue"
Word details
Syllables
5
se · cre · ta · go · gue
Letters
12
s · e · c · r · e · t · a · g · o · g · u · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “secretagogue”
The word “secretagogue” contains 5 syllables, divided as se · cre · ta · go · gue. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "secretagogue" have?
"secretagogue" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "secretagogue" into syllables?
"secretagogue" is divided into syllables as: se · cre · ta · go · gue.
What is the Scrabble score for "secretagogue"?
The Scrabble score for "secretagogue" is 16 points.
Using “secretagogue” in writing
"secretagogue" (se · cre · ta · go · gue) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “secretagogue” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.