How many syllables in “sportif”?
syllables in "sportif"
Word details
Syllables
2
spor · tif
Letters
7
s · p · o · r · t · i · f
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “sportif”
The word “sportif” contains 2 syllables, divided as spor · tif. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sportif" have?
"sportif" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sportif" into syllables?
"sportif" is divided into syllables as: spor · tif.
What is the Scrabble score for "sportif"?
The Scrabble score for "sportif" is 12 points.
Using “sportif” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sportif" (spor · tif) 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, “sportif” is worth 12 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 “sportif”
The letters in “sportif” can be rearranged to spell one other word: profits.