How many syllables in “femoral”?
syllables in "femoral"
Word details
Syllables
3
fe · mo · ral
Letters
7
f · e · m · o · r · a · l
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “femoral”
The word “femoral” contains 3 syllables, divided as fe · mo · ral. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "femoral" have?
"femoral" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "femoral" into syllables?
"femoral" is divided into syllables as: fe · mo · ral.
What is the Scrabble score for "femoral"?
The Scrabble score for "femoral" is 12 points.
Using “femoral” in writing
Three-syllable words like "femoral" (fe · mo · ral) 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, “femoral” is worth 12 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.