How many syllables in “furrieries”?
syllables in "furrieries"
Word details
Syllables
3
fur · rie · ries
Letters
10
f · u · r · r · i · e · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
13
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About the word “furrieries”
The word “furrieries” contains 3 syllables, divided as fur · rie · ries. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "furrieries" have?
"furrieries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "furrieries" into syllables?
"furrieries" is divided into syllables as: fur · rie · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "furrieries"?
The Scrabble score for "furrieries" is 13 points.
Using “furrieries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "furrieries" (fur · rie · ries) 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, “furrieries” is worth 13 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.