How many syllables in “agene”?
syllables in "agene"
Word details
Syllables
2
age · ne
Letters
5
a · g · e · n · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “agene”
The word “agene” contains 2 syllables, divided as age · ne. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "agene" have?
"agene" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "agene" into syllables?
"agene" is divided into syllables as: age · ne.
What is the Scrabble score for "agene"?
The Scrabble score for "agene" is 6 points.
Using “agene” in writing
Two-syllable words like "agene" (age · ne) 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, “agene” is worth 6 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.