How many syllables in “infractions”?
syllables in "infractions"
Word details
Syllables
3
infrac · tions
Letters
11
i · n · f · r · a · c · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “infractions”
The word “infractions” contains 3 syllables, divided as infrac · tions. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "infractions" have?
"infractions" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "infractions" into syllables?
"infractions" is divided into syllables as: infrac · tions.
What is the Scrabble score for "infractions"?
The Scrabble score for "infractions" is 16 points.
Using “infractions” in writing
Three-syllable words like "infractions" (infrac · tions) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “infractions” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “infractions”
The letters in “infractions” can be rearranged to spell one other word: infarctions.