How many syllables in “airfoil”?
syllables in "airfoil"
Word details
Syllables
2
air · foil
Letters
7
a · i · r · f · o · i · l
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “airfoil”
The word “airfoil” contains 2 syllables, divided as air · foil. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "airfoil" have?
"airfoil" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "airfoil" into syllables?
"airfoil" is divided into syllables as: air · foil.
What is the Scrabble score for "airfoil"?
The Scrabble score for "airfoil" is 10 points.
Using “airfoil” in writing
Two-syllable words like "airfoil" (air · foil) 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, “airfoil” 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.