How many syllables in “airfoils”?
syllables in "airfoils"
Word details
Syllables
2
air · foils
Letters
8
a · i · r · f · o · i · l · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “airfoils”
The word “airfoils” contains 2 syllables, divided as air · foils. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "airfoils" have?
"airfoils" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "airfoils" into syllables?
"airfoils" is divided into syllables as: air · foils.
What is the Scrabble score for "airfoils"?
The Scrabble score for "airfoils" is 11 points.
Using “airfoils” in writing
Two-syllable words like "airfoils" (air · foils) 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, “airfoils” is worth 11 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.