How many syllables in “ruffians”?
syllables in "ruffians"
Word details
Syllables
2
ruf · fians
Letters
8
r · u · f · f · i · a · n · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “ruffians”
The word “ruffians” contains 2 syllables, divided as ruf · fians. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ruffians" have?
"ruffians" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ruffians" into syllables?
"ruffians" is divided into syllables as: ruf · fians.
What is the Scrabble score for "ruffians"?
The Scrabble score for "ruffians" is 14 points.
Using “ruffians” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ruffians" (ruf · fians) 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, “ruffians” is worth 14 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 “ruffians”
The letters in “ruffians” can be rearranged to spell one other word: funfairs.