How many syllables in “shrinkage”?
syllables in "shrinkage"
Word details
Syllables
2
shrin · kage
Letters
9
s · h · r · i · n · k · a · g · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “shrinkage”
The word “shrinkage” contains 2 syllables, divided as shrin · kage. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shrinkage" have?
"shrinkage" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shrinkage" into syllables?
"shrinkage" is divided into syllables as: shrin · kage.
What is the Scrabble score for "shrinkage"?
The Scrabble score for "shrinkage" is 17 points.
Using “shrinkage” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shrinkage" (shrin · kage) 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, “shrinkage” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “shrinkage”
The letters in “shrinkage” can be rearranged to spell one other word: kashering.