How many syllables in “urged”?
syllable in "urged"
Word details
Syllables
1
urged
Letters
5
u · r · g · e · d
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “urged”
The word “urged” contains 1 syllable, divided as urged. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "urged" have?
"urged" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "urged" into syllables?
"urged" is divided into syllables as: urged.
What is the Scrabble score for "urged"?
The Scrabble score for "urged" is 7 points.
Using “urged” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "urged" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “urged” 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.