How many syllables in “usages”?
syllables in "usages"
Word details
Syllables
3
u · sa · ges
Letters
6
u · s · a · g · e · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “usages”
The word “usages” contains 3 syllables, divided as u · sa · ges. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "usages" have?
"usages" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "usages" into syllables?
"usages" is divided into syllables as: u · sa · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "usages"?
The Scrabble score for "usages" is 7 points.
Using “usages” in writing
Three-syllable words like "usages" (u · sa · ges) 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, “usages” 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.