How many syllables in “fanfaronades”?
syllables in "fanfaronades"
Word details
Syllables
5
fan · fa · ro · na · des
Letters
12
f · a · n · f · a · r · o · n · a · d · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “fanfaronades”
The word “fanfaronades” contains 5 syllables, divided as fan · fa · ro · na · des. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fanfaronades" have?
"fanfaronades" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "fanfaronades" into syllables?
"fanfaronades" is divided into syllables as: fan · fa · ro · na · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "fanfaronades"?
The Scrabble score for "fanfaronades" is 19 points.
Using “fanfaronades” in writing
"fanfaronades" (fan · fa · ro · na · des) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “fanfaronades” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.