How many syllables in “corsage”?
syllables in "corsage"
Word details
Syllables
2
cors · age
Letters
7
c · o · r · s · a · g · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “corsage”
The word “corsage” contains 2 syllables, divided as cors · age. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "corsage" have?
"corsage" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "corsage" into syllables?
"corsage" is divided into syllables as: cors · age.
What is the Scrabble score for "corsage"?
The Scrabble score for "corsage" is 10 points.
Using “corsage” in writing
Two-syllable words like "corsage" (cors · age) 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, “corsage” is worth 10 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 “corsage”
The letters in “corsage” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: cargoes, socager.