How many syllables in “sausage”?
syllables in "sausage"
Word details
Syllables
2
saus · age
Letters
7
s · a · u · s · a · g · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “sausage”
The word “sausage” contains 2 syllables, divided as saus · age. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sausage" have?
"sausage" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sausage" into syllables?
"sausage" is divided into syllables as: saus · age.
What is the Scrabble score for "sausage"?
The Scrabble score for "sausage" is 8 points.
Using “sausage” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sausage" (saus · 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, “sausage” is worth 8 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 “sausage”
The letters in “sausage” can be rearranged to spell one other word: assuage.