How many syllables in “coffers”?
syllables in "coffers"
Word details
Syllables
2
cof · fers
Letters
7
c · o · f · f · e · r · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “coffers”
The word “coffers” contains 2 syllables, divided as cof · fers. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coffers" have?
"coffers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "coffers" into syllables?
"coffers" is divided into syllables as: cof · fers.
What is the Scrabble score for "coffers"?
The Scrabble score for "coffers" is 15 points.
Using “coffers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "coffers" (cof · fers) 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, “coffers” is worth 15 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 “coffers”
The letters in “coffers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: scoffer.