How many syllables in “scoffer”?
syllables in "scoffer"
Word details
Syllables
2
scof · fer
Letters
7
s · c · o · f · f · e · r
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “scoffer”
The word “scoffer” contains 2 syllables, divided as scof · fer. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scoffer" have?
"scoffer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "scoffer" into syllables?
"scoffer" is divided into syllables as: scof · fer.
What is the Scrabble score for "scoffer"?
The Scrabble score for "scoffer" is 15 points.
Using “scoffer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "scoffer" (scof · fer) 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, “scoffer” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “scoffer”
The letters in “scoffer” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coffers.