How many syllables in “enfold”?
syllables in "enfold"
Word details
Syllables
2
en · fold
Letters
6
e · n · f · o · l · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “enfold”
The word “enfold” contains 2 syllables, divided as en · fold. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "enfold" have?
"enfold" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "enfold" into syllables?
"enfold" is divided into syllables as: en · fold.
What is the Scrabble score for "enfold"?
The Scrabble score for "enfold" is 10 points.
Using “enfold” in writing
Two-syllable words like "enfold" (en · fold) 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, “enfold” is worth 10 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 “enfold”
The letters in “enfold” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fondle.