How many syllables in “kerfuffles”?
syllables in "kerfuffles"
Word details
Syllables
3
ker · fuf · fles
Letters
10
k · e · r · f · u · f · f · l · e · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “kerfuffles”
The word “kerfuffles” contains 3 syllables, divided as ker · fuf · fles. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kerfuffles" have?
"kerfuffles" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "kerfuffles" into syllables?
"kerfuffles" is divided into syllables as: ker · fuf · fles.
What is the Scrabble score for "kerfuffles"?
The Scrabble score for "kerfuffles" is 23 points.
Using “kerfuffles” in writing
Three-syllable words like "kerfuffles" (ker · fuf · fles) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “kerfuffles” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.