How many syllables in “foetal”?
syllables in "foetal"
Word details
Syllables
2
foe · tal
Letters
6
f · o · e · t · a · l
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “foetal”
The word “foetal” contains 2 syllables, divided as foe · tal. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foetal" have?
"foetal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "foetal" into syllables?
"foetal" is divided into syllables as: foe · tal.
What is the Scrabble score for "foetal"?
The Scrabble score for "foetal" is 9 points.
Using “foetal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "foetal" (foe · tal) 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, “foetal” is worth 9 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 “foetal”
The letters in “foetal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: folate.