How many syllables in “infringe”?
syllables in "infringe"
Word details
Syllables
2
infr · inge
Letters
8
i · n · f · r · i · n · g · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “infringe”
The word “infringe” contains 2 syllables, divided as infr · inge. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "infringe" have?
"infringe" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "infringe" into syllables?
"infringe" is divided into syllables as: infr · inge.
What is the Scrabble score for "infringe"?
The Scrabble score for "infringe" is 12 points.
Using “infringe” in writing
Two-syllable words like "infringe" (infr · inge) 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, “infringe” 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 “infringe”
The letters in “infringe” can be rearranged to spell one other word: refining.