How many syllables in “furloughed”?
syllables in "furloughed"
Word details
Syllables
2
furlo · ughed
Letters
10
f · u · r · l · o · u · g · h · e · d
Scrabble
18
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About the word “furloughed”
The word “furloughed” contains 2 syllables, divided as furlo · ughed. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "furloughed" have?
"furloughed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "furloughed" into syllables?
"furloughed" is divided into syllables as: furlo · ughed.
What is the Scrabble score for "furloughed"?
The Scrabble score for "furloughed" is 18 points.
Using “furloughed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "furloughed" (furlo · ughed) 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, “furloughed” 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.