How many syllables in “sufflate”?
syllables in "sufflate"
Word details
Syllables
2
suff · late
Letters
8
s · u · f · f · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “sufflate”
The word “sufflate” contains 2 syllables, divided as suff · late. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sufflate" have?
"sufflate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sufflate" into syllables?
"sufflate" is divided into syllables as: suff · late.
What is the Scrabble score for "sufflate"?
The Scrabble score for "sufflate" is 14 points.
Using “sufflate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sufflate" (suff · late) 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, “sufflate” is worth 14 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 “sufflate”
The letters in “sufflate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: feastful.