How many syllables in “metaphor”?
syllables in "metaphor"
Word details
Syllables
3
me · tap · hor
Letters
8
m · e · t · a · p · h · o · r
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “metaphor”
The word “metaphor” contains 3 syllables, divided as me · tap · hor. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metaphor" have?
"metaphor" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "metaphor" into syllables?
"metaphor" is divided into syllables as: me · tap · hor.
What is the Scrabble score for "metaphor"?
The Scrabble score for "metaphor" is 15 points.
Using “metaphor” in writing
Three-syllable words like "metaphor" (me · tap · hor) 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, “metaphor” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.