How many syllables in “safflowers”?
syllables in "safflowers"
Word details
Syllables
3
saf · flo · wers
Letters
10
s · a · f · f · l · o · w · e · r · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “safflowers”
The word “safflowers” contains 3 syllables, divided as saf · flo · wers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "safflowers" have?
"safflowers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "safflowers" into syllables?
"safflowers" is divided into syllables as: saf · flo · wers.
What is the Scrabble score for "safflowers"?
The Scrabble score for "safflowers" is 19 points.
Using “safflowers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "safflowers" (saf · flo · wers) 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, “safflowers” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.