How many syllables in “savage”?
syllables in "savage"
Word details
Syllables
2
sav · age
Letters
6
s · a · v · a · g · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “savage”
The word “savage” contains 2 syllables, divided as sav · age. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "savage" have?
"savage" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "savage" into syllables?
"savage" is divided into syllables as: sav · age.
What is the Scrabble score for "savage"?
The Scrabble score for "savage" is 10 points.
Using “savage” in writing
Two-syllable words like "savage" (sav · 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, “savage” 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 “savage”
The letters in “savage” can be rearranged to spell one other word: agaves.