How many syllables in “coiffure”?
syllables in "coiffure"
Word details
Syllables
2
coif · fure
Letters
8
c · o · i · f · f · u · r · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “coiffure”
The word “coiffure” contains 2 syllables, divided as coif · fure. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coiffure" have?
"coiffure" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "coiffure" into syllables?
"coiffure" is divided into syllables as: coif · fure.
What is the Scrabble score for "coiffure"?
The Scrabble score for "coiffure" is 16 points.
Using “coiffure” in writing
Two-syllable words like "coiffure" (coif · fure) 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, “coiffure” is worth 16 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 “coiffure”
The letters in “coiffure” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coiffeur.