How many syllables in “sage”?
syllable in "sage"
Word details
Syllables
1
sage
Letters
4
s · a · g · e
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “sage”
The word “sage” contains 1 syllable, divided as sage. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sage" have?
"sage" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sage" into syllables?
"sage" is divided into syllables as: sage.
What is the Scrabble score for "sage"?
The Scrabble score for "sage" is 5 points.
Using “sage” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sage" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “sage” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “sage”
The letters in “sage” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ages, gaes.