How many syllables in “metage”?
syllables in "metage"
Word details
Syllables
2
met · age
Letters
6
m · e · t · a · g · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “metage”
The word “metage” contains 2 syllables, divided as met · age. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metage" have?
"metage" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "metage" into syllables?
"metage" is divided into syllables as: met · age.
What is the Scrabble score for "metage"?
The Scrabble score for "metage" is 9 points.
Using “metage” in writing
Two-syllable words like "metage" (met · 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, “metage” is worth 9 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 “metage”
The letters in “metage” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gamete.