How many syllables in “widget”?
syllables in "widget"
Word details
Syllables
2
wid · get
Letters
6
w · i · d · g · e · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “widget”
The word “widget” contains 2 syllables, divided as wid · get. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "widget" have?
"widget" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "widget" into syllables?
"widget" is divided into syllables as: wid · get.
What is the Scrabble score for "widget"?
The Scrabble score for "widget" is 11 points.
Using “widget” in writing
Two-syllable words like "widget" (wid · get) 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, “widget” is worth 11 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.