How many syllables in “badinage”?
syllables in "badinage"
Word details
Syllables
3
bad · ina · ge
Letters
8
b · a · d · i · n · a · g · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “badinage”
The word “badinage” contains 3 syllables, divided as bad · ina · ge. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "badinage" have?
"badinage" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "badinage" into syllables?
"badinage" is divided into syllables as: bad · ina · ge.
What is the Scrabble score for "badinage"?
The Scrabble score for "badinage" is 12 points.
Using “badinage” in writing
Three-syllable words like "badinage" (bad · ina · ge) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “badinage” is worth 12 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.