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How many syllables in “strifes”?

2

syllables in "strifes"

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Word details

Syllables

2

stri · fes

Letters

7

s · t · r · i · f · e · s

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
t1
r1
i1
f4
e1
s1

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About the word “strifes

The word strifes contains 2 syllables, divided as stri · fes. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "strifes" have?

"strifes" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "strifes" into syllables?

"strifes" is divided into syllables as: stri · fes.

What is the Scrabble score for "strifes"?

The Scrabble score for "strifes" is 10 points.

Using “strifes” in writing

Two-syllable words like "strifes" (stri · fes) 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, strifes is worth 10 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 “strifes

The letters in strifes can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: resifts, sifters.

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