How many syllables in “underage”?
syllables in "underage"
Word details
Syllables
3
und · era · ge
Letters
8
u · n · d · e · r · a · g · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “underage”
The word “underage” contains 3 syllables, divided as und · era · ge. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "underage" have?
"underage" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "underage" into syllables?
"underage" is divided into syllables as: und · era · ge.
What is the Scrabble score for "underage"?
The Scrabble score for "underage" is 10 points.
Using “underage” in writing
Three-syllable words like "underage" (und · era · ge) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “underage” 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 “underage”
The letters in “underage” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dungaree.