How many syllables in “usage”?
syllables in "usage"
Word details
Syllables
2
usa · ge
Letters
5
u · s · a · g · e
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “usage”
The word “usage” contains 2 syllables, divided as usa · ge. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "usage" have?
"usage" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "usage" into syllables?
"usage" is divided into syllables as: usa · ge.
What is the Scrabble score for "usage"?
The Scrabble score for "usage" is 6 points.
Using “usage” in writing
Two-syllable words like "usage" (usa · ge) 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, “usage” is worth 6 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 “usage”
The letters in “usage” can be rearranged to spell one other word: agues.