How many syllables in “sofa”?
syllables in "sofa"
Word details
Syllables
2
so · fa
Letters
4
s · o · f · a
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “sofa”
The word “sofa” contains 2 syllables, divided as so · fa. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sofa" have?
"sofa" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sofa" into syllables?
"sofa" is divided into syllables as: so · fa.
What is the Scrabble score for "sofa"?
The Scrabble score for "sofa" is 7 points.
Using “sofa” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sofa" (so · fa) 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, “sofa” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “sofa”
The letters in “sofa” can be rearranged to spell one other word: oafs.