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How many syllables in “fillets”?

2

syllables in "fillets"

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Word details

Syllables

2

fil · lets

Letters

7

f · i · l · l · e · t · s

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
i1
l1
l1
e1
t1
s1

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About the word “fillets

The word fillets contains 2 syllables, divided as fil · lets. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "fillets" have?

"fillets" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "fillets" into syllables?

"fillets" is divided into syllables as: fil · lets.

What is the Scrabble score for "fillets"?

The Scrabble score for "fillets" is 10 points.

Using “fillets” in writing

Two-syllable words like "fillets" (fil · lets) 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, fillets is worth 10 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.

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