How many syllables in “figurants”?
syllables in "figurants"
Word details
Syllables
3
fi · gu · rants
Letters
9
f · i · g · u · r · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “figurants”
The word “figurants” contains 3 syllables, divided as fi · gu · rants. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "figurants" have?
"figurants" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "figurants" into syllables?
"figurants" is divided into syllables as: fi · gu · rants.
What is the Scrabble score for "figurants"?
The Scrabble score for "figurants" is 13 points.
Using “figurants” in writing
Three-syllable words like "figurants" (fi · gu · rants) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “figurants” 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.