How many syllables in “fungiform”?
syllables in "fungiform"
Word details
Syllables
3
fun · gi · form
Letters
9
f · u · n · g · i · f · o · r · m
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “fungiform”
The word “fungiform” contains 3 syllables, divided as fun · gi · form. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fungiform" have?
"fungiform" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fungiform" into syllables?
"fungiform" is divided into syllables as: fun · gi · form.
What is the Scrabble score for "fungiform"?
The Scrabble score for "fungiform" is 18 points.
Using “fungiform” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fungiform" (fun · gi · form) 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, “fungiform” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.