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How many syllables in “frogfishes”?

2

syllables in "frogfishes"

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Word details

Syllables

2

frogf · ishes

Letters

10

f · r · o · g · f · i · s · h · e · s

Scrabble

20

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
r1
o1
g2
f4
i1
s1
h4
e1
s1

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About the word “frogfishes

The word frogfishes contains 2 syllables, divided as frogf · ishes. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "frogfishes" have?

"frogfishes" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "frogfishes" into syllables?

"frogfishes" is divided into syllables as: frogf · ishes.

What is the Scrabble score for "frogfishes"?

The Scrabble score for "frogfishes" is 20 points.

Using “frogfishes” in writing

Two-syllable words like "frogfishes" (frogf · ishes) 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, frogfishes is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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