How many syllables in “bondages”?
syllables in "bondages"
Word details
Syllables
3
bon · da · ges
Letters
8
b · o · n · d · a · g · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “bondages”
The word “bondages” contains 3 syllables, divided as bon · da · ges. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bondages" have?
"bondages" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bondages" into syllables?
"bondages" is divided into syllables as: bon · da · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "bondages"?
The Scrabble score for "bondages" is 12 points.
Using “bondages” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bondages" (bon · da · 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, “bondages” 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.
Anagrams of “bondages”
The letters in “bondages” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dogbanes.