How many syllables in “secretagogues”?
syllables in "secretagogues"
Word details
Syllables
5
se · cre · ta · go · gues
Letters
13
s · e · c · r · e · t · a · g · o · g · u · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “secretagogues”
The word “secretagogues” contains 5 syllables, divided as se · cre · ta · go · gues. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "secretagogues" have?
"secretagogues" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "secretagogues" into syllables?
"secretagogues" is divided into syllables as: se · cre · ta · go · gues.
What is the Scrabble score for "secretagogues"?
The Scrabble score for "secretagogues" is 17 points.
Using “secretagogues” in writing
"secretagogues" (se · cre · ta · go · gues) 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, “secretagogues” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.