How many syllables in “loafer”?
syllables in "loafer"
Word details
Syllables
2
loa · fer
Letters
6
l · o · a · f · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “loafer”
The word “loafer” contains 2 syllables, divided as loa · fer. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "loafer" have?
"loafer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "loafer" into syllables?
"loafer" is divided into syllables as: loa · fer.
What is the Scrabble score for "loafer"?
The Scrabble score for "loafer" is 9 points.
Using “loafer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "loafer" (loa · fer) 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, “loafer” is worth 9 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 “loafer”
The letters in “loafer” can be rearranged to spell one other word: florae.