How many syllables in “turgent”?
syllables in "turgent"
Word details
Syllables
2
tur · gent
Letters
7
t · u · r · g · e · n · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “turgent”
The word “turgent” contains 2 syllables, divided as tur · gent. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "turgent" have?
"turgent" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "turgent" into syllables?
"turgent" is divided into syllables as: tur · gent.
What is the Scrabble score for "turgent"?
The Scrabble score for "turgent" is 8 points.
Using “turgent” in writing
Two-syllable words like "turgent" (tur · gent) 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, “turgent” is worth 8 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 “turgent”
The letters in “turgent” can be rearranged to spell one other word: grutten.