How many syllables in “infer”?
syllables in "infer"
Word details
Syllables
2
in · fer
Letters
5
i · n · f · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “infer”
The word “infer” contains 2 syllables, divided as in · fer. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "infer" have?
"infer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "infer" into syllables?
"infer" is divided into syllables as: in · fer.
What is the Scrabble score for "infer"?
The Scrabble score for "infer" is 8 points.
Using “infer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "infer" (in · fer) 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, “infer” is worth 8 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 “infer”
The letters in “infer” can be rearranged to spell one other word: finer.