How many syllables in “ferine”?
syllables in "ferine"
Word details
Syllables
2
fer · ine
Letters
6
f · e · r · i · n · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “ferine”
The word “ferine” contains 2 syllables, divided as fer · ine. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ferine" have?
"ferine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ferine" into syllables?
"ferine" is divided into syllables as: fer · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "ferine"?
The Scrabble score for "ferine" is 9 points.
Using “ferine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ferine" (fer · ine) 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, “ferine” is worth 9 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 “ferine”
The letters in “ferine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: refine.