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How many syllables in “threefold”?

2

syllables in "threefold"

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Word details

Syllables

2

three · fold

Letters

9

t · h · r · e · e · f · o · l · d

Scrabble

16

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
h4
r1
e1
e1
f4
o1
l1
d2

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About the word “threefold

The word threefold contains 2 syllables, divided as three · fold. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "threefold" have?

"threefold" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "threefold" into syllables?

"threefold" is divided into syllables as: three · fold.

What is the Scrabble score for "threefold"?

The Scrabble score for "threefold" is 16 points.

Using “threefold” in writing

Two-syllable words like "threefold" (three · fold) 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, threefold is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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