How many syllables in “fisticuffs”?
syllables in "fisticuffs"
Word details
Syllables
3
fi · sti · cuffs
Letters
10
f · i · s · t · i · c · u · f · f · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “fisticuffs”
The word “fisticuffs” contains 3 syllables, divided as fi · sti · cuffs. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fisticuffs" have?
"fisticuffs" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fisticuffs" into syllables?
"fisticuffs" is divided into syllables as: fi · sti · cuffs.
What is the Scrabble score for "fisticuffs"?
The Scrabble score for "fisticuffs" is 21 points.
Using “fisticuffs” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fisticuffs" (fi · sti · cuffs) 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, “fisticuffs” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.