How many syllables in “furriners”?
syllables in "furriners"
Word details
Syllables
3
fur · ri · ners
Letters
9
f · u · r · r · i · n · e · r · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “furriners”
The word “furriners” contains 3 syllables, divided as fur · ri · ners. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "furriners" have?
"furriners" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "furriners" into syllables?
"furriners" is divided into syllables as: fur · ri · ners.
What is the Scrabble score for "furriners"?
The Scrabble score for "furriners" is 12 points.
Using “furriners” in writing
Three-syllable words like "furriners" (fur · ri · ners) 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, “furriners” 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.