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How many syllables in “keffiyeh”?

2

syllables in "keffiyeh"

keffiyeh
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Word details

Syllables

2

kef · fiyeh

Letters

8

k · e · f · f · i · y · e · h

Scrabble

24

points

Scrabble letter values

k5
e1
f4
f4
i1
y4
e1
h4

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About the word “keffiyeh

The word keffiyeh contains 2 syllables, divided as kef · fiyeh. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "keffiyeh" have?

"keffiyeh" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "keffiyeh" into syllables?

"keffiyeh" is divided into syllables as: kef · fiyeh.

What is the Scrabble score for "keffiyeh"?

The Scrabble score for "keffiyeh" is 24 points.

Using “keffiyeh” in writing

Two-syllable words like "keffiyeh" (kef · fiyeh) 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, keffiyeh is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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