How many syllables in “afield”?
syllables in "afield"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · field
Letters
6
a · f · i · e · l · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “afield”
The word “afield” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · field. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "afield" have?
"afield" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "afield" into syllables?
"afield" is divided into syllables as: a · field.
What is the Scrabble score for "afield"?
The Scrabble score for "afield" is 10 points.
Using “afield” in writing
Two-syllable words like "afield" (a · field) 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, “afield” is worth 10 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 “afield”
The letters in “afield” can be rearranged to spell one other word: failed.