How many syllables in “quatrefoil”?
syllables in "quatrefoil"
Word details
Syllables
3
qua · tre · foil
Letters
10
q · u · a · t · r · e · f · o · i · l
Scrabble
22
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About the word “quatrefoil”
The word “quatrefoil” contains 3 syllables, divided as qua · tre · foil. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quatrefoil" have?
"quatrefoil" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "quatrefoil" into syllables?
"quatrefoil" is divided into syllables as: qua · tre · foil.
What is the Scrabble score for "quatrefoil"?
The Scrabble score for "quatrefoil" is 22 points.
Using “quatrefoil” in writing
Three-syllable words like "quatrefoil" (qua · tre · foil) 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, “quatrefoil” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.