How many syllables in “pettifogs”?
syllables in "pettifogs"
Word details
Syllables
3
pet · ti · fogs
Letters
9
p · e · t · t · i · f · o · g · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “pettifogs”
The word “pettifogs” contains 3 syllables, divided as pet · ti · fogs. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pettifogs" have?
"pettifogs" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pettifogs" into syllables?
"pettifogs" is divided into syllables as: pet · ti · fogs.
What is the Scrabble score for "pettifogs"?
The Scrabble score for "pettifogs" is 15 points.
Using “pettifogs” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pettifogs" (pet · ti · fogs) 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, “pettifogs” 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.