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How many syllables in “teenage”?

2

syllables in "teenage"

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Word details

Syllables

2

teen · age

Letters

7

t · e · e · n · a · g · e

Scrabble

8

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

t1
e1
e1
n1
a1
g2
e1

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About the word “teenage

The word teenage contains 2 syllables, divided as teen · age. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "teenage" have?

"teenage" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "teenage" into syllables?

"teenage" is divided into syllables as: teen · age.

What is the Scrabble score for "teenage"?

The Scrabble score for "teenage" is 8 points.

Using “teenage” in writing

Two-syllable words like "teenage" (teen · 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, teenage 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.

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