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