How many syllables in “father”?
syllables in "father"
Word details
Syllables
2
fat · her
Letters
6
f · a · t · h · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “father”
The word “father” contains 2 syllables, divided as fat · her. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "father" have?
"father" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "father" into syllables?
"father" is divided into syllables as: fat · her.
What is the Scrabble score for "father"?
The Scrabble score for "father" is 12 points.
Using “father” in writing
Two-syllable words like "father" (fat · her) 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, “father” is worth 12 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 “father”
The letters in “father” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hafter, trefah.