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How many syllables in “trifoliate”?

3

syllables in "trifoliate"

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Word details

Syllables

3

trif · olia · te

Letters

10

t · r · i · f · o · l · i · a · t · e

Scrabble

13

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Scrabble letter values

t1
r1
i1
f4
o1
l1
i1
a1
t1
e1

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About the word “trifoliate

The word trifoliate contains 3 syllables, divided as trif · olia · te. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "trifoliate" have?

"trifoliate" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "trifoliate" into syllables?

"trifoliate" is divided into syllables as: trif · olia · te.

What is the Scrabble score for "trifoliate"?

The Scrabble score for "trifoliate" is 13 points.

Using “trifoliate” in writing

Three-syllable words like "trifoliate" (trif · olia · te) 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, trifoliate is worth 13 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.

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