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How many syllables in “affraying”?

2

syllables in "affraying"

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Word details

Syllables

2

af · fraying

Letters

9

a · f · f · r · a · y · i · n · g

Scrabble

19

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
f4
f4
r1
a1
y4
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “affraying

The word affraying contains 2 syllables, divided as af · fraying. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "affraying" have?

"affraying" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "affraying" into syllables?

"affraying" is divided into syllables as: af · fraying.

What is the Scrabble score for "affraying"?

The Scrabble score for "affraying" is 19 points.

Using “affraying” in writing

Two-syllable words like "affraying" (af · fraying) 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, affraying is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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