How many syllables in “wagon”?
syllables in "wagon"
Word details
Syllables
2
wa · gon
Letters
5
w · a · g · o · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “wagon”
The word “wagon” contains 2 syllables, divided as wa · gon. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wagon" have?
"wagon" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wagon" into syllables?
"wagon" is divided into syllables as: wa · gon.
What is the Scrabble score for "wagon"?
The Scrabble score for "wagon" is 9 points.
Using “wagon” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wagon" (wa · gon) 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, “wagon” is worth 9 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 “wagon”
The letters in “wagon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gowan.