How many syllables in “ruffian”?
syllables in "ruffian"
Word details
Syllables
2
ruf · fian
Letters
7
r · u · f · f · i · a · n
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “ruffian”
The word “ruffian” contains 2 syllables, divided as ruf · fian. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ruffian" have?
"ruffian" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ruffian" into syllables?
"ruffian" is divided into syllables as: ruf · fian.
What is the Scrabble score for "ruffian"?
The Scrabble score for "ruffian" is 13 points.
Using “ruffian” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ruffian" (ruf · fian) 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, “ruffian” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “ruffian”
The letters in “ruffian” can be rearranged to spell one other word: funfair.