How many syllables in “transfigure”?
syllables in "transfigure"
Word details
Syllables
3
tran · sfig · ure
Letters
11
t · r · a · n · s · f · i · g · u · r · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “transfigure”
The word “transfigure” contains 3 syllables, divided as tran · sfig · ure. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "transfigure" have?
"transfigure" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "transfigure" into syllables?
"transfigure" is divided into syllables as: tran · sfig · ure.
What is the Scrabble score for "transfigure"?
The Scrabble score for "transfigure" is 15 points.
Using “transfigure” in writing
Three-syllable words like "transfigure" (tran · sfig · ure) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “transfigure” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.