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How many syllables in “friendlier”?

2

syllables in "friendlier"

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Word details

Syllables

2

frien · dlier

Letters

10

f · r · i · e · n · d · l · i · e · r

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
r1
i1
e1
n1
d2
l1
i1
e1
r1

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About the word “friendlier

The word friendlier contains 2 syllables, divided as frien · dlier. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "friendlier" have?

"friendlier" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "friendlier" into syllables?

"friendlier" is divided into syllables as: frien · dlier.

What is the Scrabble score for "friendlier"?

The Scrabble score for "friendlier" is 14 points.

Using “friendlier” in writing

Two-syllable words like "friendlier" (frien · dlier) 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, friendlier 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.

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