How many syllables in “friendless”?
syllables in "friendless"
Word details
Syllables
2
frien · dless
Letters
10
f · r · i · e · n · d · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “friendless”
The word “friendless” contains 2 syllables, divided as frien · dless. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "friendless" have?
"friendless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "friendless" into syllables?
"friendless" is divided into syllables as: frien · dless.
What is the Scrabble score for "friendless"?
The Scrabble score for "friendless" is 14 points.
Using “friendless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "friendless" (frien · dless) 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, “friendless” 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.