How many syllables in “foil”?
syllable in "foil"
Word details
Syllables
1
foil
Letters
4
f · o · i · l
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “foil”
The word “foil” contains 1 syllable, divided as foil. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foil" have?
"foil" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "foil" into syllables?
"foil" is divided into syllables as: foil.
What is the Scrabble score for "foil"?
The Scrabble score for "foil" is 7 points.
Using “foil” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "foil" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “foil” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “foil”
The letters in “foil” can be rearranged to spell one other word: filo.