How many syllables in “blockages”?
syllables in "blockages"
Word details
Syllables
3
bloc · ka · ges
Letters
9
b · l · o · c · k · a · g · e · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “blockages”
The word “blockages” contains 3 syllables, divided as bloc · ka · ges. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blockages" have?
"blockages" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blockages" into syllables?
"blockages" is divided into syllables as: bloc · ka · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "blockages"?
The Scrabble score for "blockages" is 18 points.
Using “blockages” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blockages" (bloc · ka · ges) 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, “blockages” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.