How many syllables in “folkishness”?
syllables in "folkishness"
Word details
Syllables
3
fol · kis · hness
Letters
11
f · o · l · k · i · s · h · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “folkishness”
The word “folkishness” contains 3 syllables, divided as fol · kis · hness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "folkishness" have?
"folkishness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "folkishness" into syllables?
"folkishness" is divided into syllables as: fol · kis · hness.
What is the Scrabble score for "folkishness"?
The Scrabble score for "folkishness" is 21 points.
Using “folkishness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "folkishness" (fol · kis · hness) 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, “folkishness” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.