How many syllables in “infield”?
syllables in "infield"
Word details
Syllables
2
in · field
Letters
7
i · n · f · i · e · l · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “infield”
The word “infield” contains 2 syllables, divided as in · field. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "infield" have?
"infield" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "infield" into syllables?
"infield" is divided into syllables as: in · field.
What is the Scrabble score for "infield"?
The Scrabble score for "infield" is 11 points.
Using “infield” in writing
Two-syllable words like "infield" (in · field) 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, “infield” is worth 11 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 “infield”
The letters in “infield” can be rearranged to spell one other word: infidel.