How many syllables in “griffin”?
syllables in "griffin"
Word details
Syllables
2
grif · fin
Letters
7
g · r · i · f · f · i · n
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “griffin”
The word “griffin” contains 2 syllables, divided as grif · fin. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "griffin" have?
"griffin" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "griffin" into syllables?
"griffin" is divided into syllables as: grif · fin.
What is the Scrabble score for "griffin"?
The Scrabble score for "griffin" is 14 points.
Using “griffin” in writing
Two-syllable words like "griffin" (grif · fin) 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, “griffin” is worth 14 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.
Anagrams of “griffin”
The letters in “griffin” can be rearranged to spell one other word: riffing.