How many syllables in “kinfolks”?
syllables in "kinfolks"
Word details
Syllables
2
kin · folks
Letters
8
k · i · n · f · o · l · k · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “kinfolks”
The word “kinfolks” contains 2 syllables, divided as kin · folks. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kinfolks" have?
"kinfolks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kinfolks" into syllables?
"kinfolks" is divided into syllables as: kin · folks.
What is the Scrabble score for "kinfolks"?
The Scrabble score for "kinfolks" is 19 points.
Using “kinfolks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kinfolks" (kin · folks) 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, “kinfolks” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “kinfolks”
The letters in “kinfolks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: kinsfolk.