How many syllables in “fakery”?
syllables in "fakery"
Word details
Syllables
3
fa · ke · ry
Letters
6
f · a · k · e · r · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “fakery”
The word “fakery” contains 3 syllables, divided as fa · ke · ry. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fakery" have?
"fakery" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fakery" into syllables?
"fakery" is divided into syllables as: fa · ke · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "fakery"?
The Scrabble score for "fakery" is 16 points.
Using “fakery” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fakery" (fa · ke · ry) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “fakery” 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 “fakery”
The letters in “fakery” can be rearranged to spell one other word: freaky.