How many syllables in “ferlie”?
syllables in "ferlie"
Word details
Syllables
2
fer · lie
Letters
6
f · e · r · l · i · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “ferlie”
The word “ferlie” contains 2 syllables, divided as fer · lie. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ferlie" have?
"ferlie" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ferlie" into syllables?
"ferlie" is divided into syllables as: fer · lie.
What is the Scrabble score for "ferlie"?
The Scrabble score for "ferlie" is 9 points.
Using “ferlie” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ferlie" (fer · lie) 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, “ferlie” 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 “ferlie”
The letters in “ferlie” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: liefer, refile, relief.