How many syllables in “feta”?
syllables in "feta"
Word details
Syllables
2
fe · ta
Letters
4
f · e · t · a
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “feta”
The word “feta” contains 2 syllables, divided as fe · ta. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "feta" have?
"feta" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "feta" into syllables?
"feta" is divided into syllables as: fe · ta.
What is the Scrabble score for "feta"?
The Scrabble score for "feta" is 7 points.
Using “feta” in writing
Two-syllable words like "feta" (fe · ta) 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, “feta” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “feta”
The letters in “feta” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: fate, feat.