How many syllables in “furriers”?
syllables in "furriers"
Word details
Syllables
2
fur · riers
Letters
8
f · u · r · r · i · e · r · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “furriers”
The word “furriers” contains 2 syllables, divided as fur · riers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "furriers" have?
"furriers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "furriers" into syllables?
"furriers" is divided into syllables as: fur · riers.
What is the Scrabble score for "furriers"?
The Scrabble score for "furriers" is 11 points.
Using “furriers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "furriers" (fur · riers) 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, “furriers” is worth 11 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.