How many syllables in “breakage”?
syllables in "breakage"
Word details
Syllables
2
brea · kage
Letters
8
b · r · e · a · k · a · g · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “breakage”
The word “breakage” contains 2 syllables, divided as brea · kage. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "breakage" have?
"breakage" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "breakage" into syllables?
"breakage" is divided into syllables as: brea · kage.
What is the Scrabble score for "breakage"?
The Scrabble score for "breakage" is 15 points.
Using “breakage” in writing
Two-syllable words like "breakage" (brea · kage) 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, “breakage” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “breakage”
The letters in “breakage” can be rearranged to spell one other word: brakeage.