How many syllables in “wordage”?
syllables in "wordage"
Word details
Syllables
2
word · age
Letters
7
w · o · r · d · a · g · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “wordage”
The word “wordage” contains 2 syllables, divided as word · age. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wordage" have?
"wordage" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wordage" into syllables?
"wordage" is divided into syllables as: word · age.
What is the Scrabble score for "wordage"?
The Scrabble score for "wordage" is 12 points.
Using “wordage” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wordage" (word · 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, “wordage” 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.
Anagrams of “wordage”
The letters in “wordage” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dowager.