How many syllables in “archfiends”?
syllables in "archfiends"
Word details
Syllables
2
ar · chfiends
Letters
10
a · r · c · h · f · i · e · n · d · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “archfiends”
The word “archfiends” contains 2 syllables, divided as ar · chfiends. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "archfiends" have?
"archfiends" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "archfiends" into syllables?
"archfiends" is divided into syllables as: ar · chfiends.
What is the Scrabble score for "archfiends"?
The Scrabble score for "archfiends" is 19 points.
Using “archfiends” in writing
Two-syllable words like "archfiends" (ar · chfiends) 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, “archfiends” 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.
Anagrams of “archfiends”
The letters in “archfiends” can be rearranged to spell one other word: franchised.