How many syllables in “assuage”?
syllables in "assuage"
Word details
Syllables
2
assu · age
Letters
7
a · s · s · u · a · g · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “assuage”
The word “assuage” contains 2 syllables, divided as assu · age. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "assuage" have?
"assuage" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "assuage" into syllables?
"assuage" is divided into syllables as: assu · age.
What is the Scrabble score for "assuage"?
The Scrabble score for "assuage" is 8 points.
Using “assuage” in writing
Two-syllable words like "assuage" (assu · age) 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, “assuage” is worth 8 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 “assuage”
The letters in “assuage” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sausage.