How many syllables in “infertile”?
syllables in "infertile"
Word details
Syllables
4
in · fer · ti · le
Letters
9
i · n · f · e · r · t · i · l · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “infertile”
The word “infertile” contains 4 syllables, divided as in · fer · ti · le. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "infertile" have?
"infertile" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "infertile" into syllables?
"infertile" is divided into syllables as: in · fer · ti · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "infertile"?
The Scrabble score for "infertile" is 12 points.
Using “infertile” in writing
Four-syllable words like "infertile" (in · fer · ti · le) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “infertile” 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.
Anagrams of “infertile”
The letters in “infertile” can be rearranged to spell one other word: interfile.