How many syllables in “driftage”?
syllables in "driftage"
Word details
Syllables
2
drif · tage
Letters
8
d · r · i · f · t · a · g · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “driftage”
The word “driftage” contains 2 syllables, divided as drif · tage. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "driftage" have?
"driftage" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "driftage" into syllables?
"driftage" is divided into syllables as: drif · tage.
What is the Scrabble score for "driftage"?
The Scrabble score for "driftage" is 13 points.
Using “driftage” in writing
Two-syllable words like "driftage" (drif · tage) 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, “driftage” is worth 13 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.