How many syllables in “foist”?
1
syllable in "foist"
foist
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Word details
Syllables
1
foist
Letters
5
f · o · i · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
f4
o1
i1
s1
t1
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About the word “foist”
The word “foist” contains 1 syllable, divided as foist. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foist" have?
"foist" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "foist" into syllables?
"foist" is divided into syllables as: foist.
What is the Scrabble score for "foist"?
The Scrabble score for "foist" is 8 points.
Using “foist” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "foist" 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, “foist” is worth 8 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.