How many syllables in “firstborn”?
syllables in "firstborn"
Word details
Syllables
2
fir · stborn
Letters
9
f · i · r · s · t · b · o · r · n
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “firstborn”
The word “firstborn” contains 2 syllables, divided as fir · stborn. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "firstborn" have?
"firstborn" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "firstborn" into syllables?
"firstborn" is divided into syllables as: fir · stborn.
What is the Scrabble score for "firstborn"?
The Scrabble score for "firstborn" is 14 points.
Using “firstborn” in writing
Two-syllable words like "firstborn" (fir · stborn) 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, “firstborn” is worth 14 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.