How many syllables in “wages”?
syllables in "wages"
Word details
Syllables
2
wa · ges
Letters
5
w · a · g · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “wages”
The word “wages” contains 2 syllables, divided as wa · ges. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wages" have?
"wages" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wages" into syllables?
"wages" is divided into syllables as: wa · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "wages"?
The Scrabble score for "wages" is 9 points.
Using “wages” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wages" (wa · 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, “wages” is worth 9 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 “wages”
The letters in “wages” can be rearranged to spell one other word: swage.