How many syllables in “newfangled”?
syllables in "newfangled"
Word details
Syllables
2
newfa · ngled
Letters
10
n · e · w · f · a · n · g · l · e · d
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “newfangled”
The word “newfangled” contains 2 syllables, divided as newfa · ngled. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "newfangled" have?
"newfangled" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "newfangled" into syllables?
"newfangled" is divided into syllables as: newfa · ngled.
What is the Scrabble score for "newfangled"?
The Scrabble score for "newfangled" is 18 points.
Using “newfangled” in writing
Two-syllable words like "newfangled" (newfa · ngled) 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, “newfangled” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.