How many syllables in “kaffiyehs”?
syllables in "kaffiyehs"
Word details
Syllables
2
kaf · fiyehs
Letters
9
k · a · f · f · i · y · e · h · s
Scrabble
25
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About the word “kaffiyehs”
The word “kaffiyehs” contains 2 syllables, divided as kaf · fiyehs. It has 9 letters.
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How many syllables does "kaffiyehs" have?
"kaffiyehs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kaffiyehs" into syllables?
"kaffiyehs" is divided into syllables as: kaf · fiyehs.
What is the Scrabble score for "kaffiyehs"?
The Scrabble score for "kaffiyehs" is 25 points.
Using “kaffiyehs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kaffiyehs" (kaf · fiyehs) 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, “kaffiyehs” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.