How many syllables in “kafir”?
syllables in "kafir"
Word details
Syllables
2
ka · fir
Letters
5
k · a · f · i · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “kafir”
The word “kafir” contains 2 syllables, divided as ka · fir. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kafir" have?
"kafir" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kafir" into syllables?
"kafir" is divided into syllables as: ka · fir.
What is the Scrabble score for "kafir"?
The Scrabble score for "kafir" is 12 points.
Using “kafir” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kafir" (ka · fir) 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, “kafir” 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 “kafir”
The letters in “kafir” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fakir.