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How many syllables in “inflects”?

2

syllables in "inflects"

inflects
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Word details

Syllables

2

in · flects

Letters

8

i · n · f · l · e · c · t · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

i1
n1
f4
l1
e1
c3
t1
s1

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About the word “inflects

The word inflects contains 2 syllables, divided as in · flects. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "inflects" have?

"inflects" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "inflects" into syllables?

"inflects" is divided into syllables as: in · flects.

What is the Scrabble score for "inflects"?

The Scrabble score for "inflects" is 13 points.

Using “inflects” in writing

Two-syllable words like "inflects" (in · flects) 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, inflects is worth 13 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.

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