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