How many syllables in “perfects”?
syllables in "perfects"
Word details
Syllables
2
per · fects
Letters
8
p · e · r · f · e · c · t · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “perfects”
The word “perfects” contains 2 syllables, divided as per · fects. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perfects" have?
"perfects" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "perfects" into syllables?
"perfects" is divided into syllables as: per · fects.
What is the Scrabble score for "perfects"?
The Scrabble score for "perfects" is 15 points.
Using “perfects” in writing
Two-syllable words like "perfects" (per · fects) 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, “perfects” 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.
Anagrams of “perfects”
The letters in “perfects” can be rearranged to spell one other word: prefects.