How many syllables in “pilferages”?
syllables in "pilferages"
Word details
Syllables
4
pil · fe · ra · ges
Letters
10
p · i · l · f · e · r · a · g · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “pilferages”
The word “pilferages” contains 4 syllables, divided as pil · fe · ra · ges. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pilferages" have?
"pilferages" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "pilferages" into syllables?
"pilferages" is divided into syllables as: pil · fe · ra · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "pilferages"?
The Scrabble score for "pilferages" is 16 points.
Using “pilferages” in writing
Four-syllable words like "pilferages" (pil · fe · ra · ges) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “pilferages” 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.
Anagrams of “pilferages”
The letters in “pilferages” can be rearranged to spell one other word: persiflage.