How many syllables in “scuffles”?
syllables in "scuffles"
Word details
Syllables
2
scuf · fles
Letters
8
s · c · u · f · f · l · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “scuffles”
The word “scuffles” contains 2 syllables, divided as scuf · fles. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scuffles" have?
"scuffles" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "scuffles" into syllables?
"scuffles" is divided into syllables as: scuf · fles.
What is the Scrabble score for "scuffles"?
The Scrabble score for "scuffles" is 16 points.
Using “scuffles” in writing
Two-syllable words like "scuffles" (scuf · fles) 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, “scuffles” is worth 16 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 “scuffles”
The letters in “scuffles” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cuffless.