How many syllables in “kafirs”?
syllables in "kafirs"
Word details
Syllables
2
ka · firs
Letters
6
k · a · f · i · r · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “kafirs”
The word “kafirs” contains 2 syllables, divided as ka · firs. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kafirs" have?
"kafirs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kafirs" into syllables?
"kafirs" is divided into syllables as: ka · firs.
What is the Scrabble score for "kafirs"?
The Scrabble score for "kafirs" is 13 points.
Using “kafirs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kafirs" (ka · firs) 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, “kafirs” is worth 13 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 “kafirs”
The letters in “kafirs” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fakirs.