How many syllables in “singes”?
syllables in "singes"
Word details
Syllables
2
sin · ges
Letters
6
s · i · n · g · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “singes”
The word “singes” contains 2 syllables, divided as sin · ges. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "singes" have?
"singes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "singes" into syllables?
"singes" is divided into syllables as: sin · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "singes"?
The Scrabble score for "singes" is 7 points.
Using “singes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "singes" (sin · ges) 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, “singes” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “singes”
The letters in “singes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gneiss.