How many syllables in “coiffeurs”?
syllables in "coiffeurs"
Word details
Syllables
2
coif · feurs
Letters
9
c · o · i · f · f · e · u · r · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “coiffeurs”
The word “coiffeurs” contains 2 syllables, divided as coif · feurs. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coiffeurs" have?
"coiffeurs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "coiffeurs" into syllables?
"coiffeurs" is divided into syllables as: coif · feurs.
What is the Scrabble score for "coiffeurs"?
The Scrabble score for "coiffeurs" is 17 points.
Using “coiffeurs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "coiffeurs" (coif · feurs) 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, “coiffeurs” is worth 17 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 “coiffeurs”
The letters in “coiffeurs” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coiffures.