How many syllables in “uglies”?
syllables in "uglies"
Word details
Syllables
2
u · glies
Letters
6
u · g · l · i · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “uglies”
The word “uglies” contains 2 syllables, divided as u · glies. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "uglies" have?
"uglies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "uglies" into syllables?
"uglies" is divided into syllables as: u · glies.
What is the Scrabble score for "uglies"?
The Scrabble score for "uglies" is 7 points.
Using “uglies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "uglies" (u · glies) 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, “uglies” 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 “uglies”
The letters in “uglies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: guiles.