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