How many syllables in “infract”?
syllables in "infract"
Word details
Syllables
2
in · fract
Letters
7
i · n · f · r · a · c · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “infract”
The word “infract” contains 2 syllables, divided as in · fract. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "infract" have?
"infract" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "infract" into syllables?
"infract" is divided into syllables as: in · fract.
What is the Scrabble score for "infract"?
The Scrabble score for "infract" is 12 points.
Using “infract” in writing
Two-syllable words like "infract" (in · fract) 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, “infract” 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 “infract”
The letters in “infract” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: frantic, infarct.