How many syllables in “gentlefolk”?
syllables in "gentlefolk"
Word details
Syllables
3
gen · tle · folk
Letters
10
g · e · n · t · l · e · f · o · l · k
Scrabble
18
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About the word “gentlefolk”
The word “gentlefolk” contains 3 syllables, divided as gen · tle · folk. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gentlefolk" have?
"gentlefolk" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gentlefolk" into syllables?
"gentlefolk" is divided into syllables as: gen · tle · folk.
What is the Scrabble score for "gentlefolk"?
The Scrabble score for "gentlefolk" is 18 points.
Using “gentlefolk” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gentlefolk" (gen · tle · folk) 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, “gentlefolk” 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.