How many syllables in “pettifog”?
syllables in "pettifog"
Word details
Syllables
3
pet · ti · fog
Letters
8
p · e · t · t · i · f · o · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “pettifog”
The word “pettifog” contains 3 syllables, divided as pet · ti · fog. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pettifog" have?
"pettifog" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pettifog" into syllables?
"pettifog" is divided into syllables as: pet · ti · fog.
What is the Scrabble score for "pettifog"?
The Scrabble score for "pettifog" is 14 points.
Using “pettifog” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pettifog" (pet · ti · fog) 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, “pettifog” is worth 14 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.