How many syllables in “quatrefoils”?
syllables in "quatrefoils"
Word details
Syllables
3
qua · tre · foils
Letters
11
q · u · a · t · r · e · f · o · i · l · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “quatrefoils”
The word “quatrefoils” contains 3 syllables, divided as qua · tre · foils. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quatrefoils" have?
"quatrefoils" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "quatrefoils" into syllables?
"quatrefoils" is divided into syllables as: qua · tre · foils.
What is the Scrabble score for "quatrefoils"?
The Scrabble score for "quatrefoils" is 23 points.
Using “quatrefoils” in writing
Three-syllable words like "quatrefoils" (qua · tre · foils) 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, “quatrefoils” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.