How many syllables in “birdcage”?
syllables in "birdcage"
Word details
Syllables
2
bird · cage
Letters
8
b · i · r · d · c · a · g · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “birdcage”
The word “birdcage” contains 2 syllables, divided as bird · cage. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "birdcage" have?
"birdcage" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "birdcage" into syllables?
"birdcage" is divided into syllables as: bird · cage.
What is the Scrabble score for "birdcage"?
The Scrabble score for "birdcage" is 14 points.
Using “birdcage” in writing
Two-syllable words like "birdcage" (bird · cage) 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, “birdcage” is worth 14 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.