How many syllables in “befringe”?
syllables in "befringe"
Word details
Syllables
2
befr · inge
Letters
8
b · e · f · r · i · n · g · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “befringe”
The word “befringe” contains 2 syllables, divided as befr · inge. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "befringe" have?
"befringe" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "befringe" into syllables?
"befringe" is divided into syllables as: befr · inge.
What is the Scrabble score for "befringe"?
The Scrabble score for "befringe" is 14 points.
Using “befringe” in writing
Two-syllable words like "befringe" (befr · inge) 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, “befringe” is worth 14 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 “befringe”
The letters in “befringe” can be rearranged to spell one other word: befinger.