How many syllables in “selfish”?
syllables in "selfish"
Word details
Syllables
2
sel · fish
Letters
7
s · e · l · f · i · s · h
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “selfish”
The word “selfish” contains 2 syllables, divided as sel · fish. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "selfish" have?
"selfish" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "selfish" into syllables?
"selfish" is divided into syllables as: sel · fish.
What is the Scrabble score for "selfish"?
The Scrabble score for "selfish" is 13 points.
Using “selfish” in writing
Two-syllable words like "selfish" (sel · fish) 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, “selfish” 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 “selfish”
The letters in “selfish” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hisself.