How many syllables in “girlfriend”?
syllables in "girlfriend"
Word details
Syllables
2
girl · friend
Letters
10
g · i · r · l · f · r · i · e · n · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “girlfriend”
The word “girlfriend” contains 2 syllables, divided as girl · friend. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "girlfriend" have?
"girlfriend" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "girlfriend" into syllables?
"girlfriend" is divided into syllables as: girl · friend.
What is the Scrabble score for "girlfriend"?
The Scrabble score for "girlfriend" is 15 points.
Using “girlfriend” in writing
Two-syllable words like "girlfriend" (girl · friend) 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, “girlfriend” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.