How many syllables in “fungoid”?
syllables in "fungoid"
Word details
Syllables
2
fun · goid
Letters
7
f · u · n · g · o · i · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “fungoid”
The word “fungoid” contains 2 syllables, divided as fun · goid. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fungoid" have?
"fungoid" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fungoid" into syllables?
"fungoid" is divided into syllables as: fun · goid.
What is the Scrabble score for "fungoid"?
The Scrabble score for "fungoid" is 12 points.
Using “fungoid” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fungoid" (fun · goid) 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, “fungoid” is worth 12 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.