How many syllables in “ages”?
syllables in "ages"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · ges
Letters
4
a · g · e · s
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ages”
The word “ages” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · ges. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ages" have?
"ages" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ages" into syllables?
"ages" is divided into syllables as: a · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "ages"?
The Scrabble score for "ages" is 5 points.
Using “ages” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ages" (a · ges) 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, “ages” is worth 5 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 “ages”
The letters in “ages” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: gaes, sage.