How many syllables in “loafers”?
syllables in "loafers"
Word details
Syllables
2
loa · fers
Letters
7
l · o · a · f · e · r · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “loafers”
The word “loafers” contains 2 syllables, divided as loa · fers. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "loafers" have?
"loafers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "loafers" into syllables?
"loafers" is divided into syllables as: loa · fers.
What is the Scrabble score for "loafers"?
The Scrabble score for "loafers" is 10 points.
Using “loafers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "loafers" (loa · fers) 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, “loafers” is worth 10 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 “loafers”
The letters in “loafers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: safrole.