How many syllables in “millefleurs”?
syllables in "millefleurs"
Word details
Syllables
3
mil · le · fleurs
Letters
11
m · i · l · l · e · f · l · e · u · r · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “millefleurs”
The word “millefleurs” contains 3 syllables, divided as mil · le · fleurs. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "millefleurs" have?
"millefleurs" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "millefleurs" into syllables?
"millefleurs" is divided into syllables as: mil · le · fleurs.
What is the Scrabble score for "millefleurs"?
The Scrabble score for "millefleurs" is 16 points.
Using “millefleurs” in writing
Three-syllable words like "millefleurs" (mil · le · fleurs) 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, “millefleurs” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.