How many syllables in “riffraffs”?
syllables in "riffraffs"
Word details
Syllables
2
rif · fraffs
Letters
9
r · i · f · f · r · a · f · f · s
Scrabble
21
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “riffraffs”
The word “riffraffs” contains 2 syllables, divided as rif · fraffs. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "riffraffs" have?
"riffraffs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "riffraffs" into syllables?
"riffraffs" is divided into syllables as: rif · fraffs.
What is the Scrabble score for "riffraffs"?
The Scrabble score for "riffraffs" is 21 points.
Using “riffraffs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "riffraffs" (rif · fraffs) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “riffraffs” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.