How many syllables in “windage”?
syllables in "windage"
Word details
Syllables
2
wind · age
Letters
7
w · i · n · d · a · g · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “windage”
The word “windage” contains 2 syllables, divided as wind · age. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windage" have?
"windage" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windage" into syllables?
"windage" is divided into syllables as: wind · age.
What is the Scrabble score for "windage"?
The Scrabble score for "windage" is 12 points.
Using “windage” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windage" (wind · 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, “windage” is worth 12 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.