How many syllables in “homage”?
syllables in "homage"
Word details
Syllables
2
hom · age
Letters
6
h · o · m · a · g · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “homage”
The word “homage” contains 2 syllables, divided as hom · age. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "homage" have?
"homage" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "homage" into syllables?
"homage" is divided into syllables as: hom · age.
What is the Scrabble score for "homage"?
The Scrabble score for "homage" is 12 points.
Using “homage” in writing
Two-syllable words like "homage" (hom · 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, “homage” 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 “homage”
The letters in “homage” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ohmage.