How many syllables in “fifties”?
syllables in "fifties"
Word details
Syllables
2
fif · ties
Letters
7
f · i · f · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “fifties”
The word “fifties” contains 2 syllables, divided as fif · ties. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fifties" have?
"fifties" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fifties" into syllables?
"fifties" is divided into syllables as: fif · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "fifties"?
The Scrabble score for "fifties" is 13 points.
Using “fifties” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fifties" (fif · ties) 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, “fifties” is worth 13 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 “fifties”
The letters in “fifties” can be rearranged to spell one other word: iffiest.