How many syllables in “fantail”?
syllables in "fantail"
Word details
Syllables
2
fan · tail
Letters
7
f · a · n · t · a · i · l
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “fantail”
The word “fantail” contains 2 syllables, divided as fan · tail. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fantail" have?
"fantail" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fantail" into syllables?
"fantail" is divided into syllables as: fan · tail.
What is the Scrabble score for "fantail"?
The Scrabble score for "fantail" is 10 points.
Using “fantail” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fantail" (fan · tail) 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, “fantail” 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 “fantail”
The letters in “fantail” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tailfan.