How many syllables in “stages”?
syllables in "stages"
Word details
Syllables
2
sta · ges
Letters
6
s · t · a · g · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “stages”
The word “stages” contains 2 syllables, divided as sta · ges. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stages" have?
"stages" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stages" into syllables?
"stages" is divided into syllables as: sta · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "stages"?
The Scrabble score for "stages" is 7 points.
Using “stages” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stages" (sta · ges) 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, “stages” is worth 7 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 “stages”
The letters in “stages” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sagest.