How many syllables in “folkloric”?
syllables in "folkloric"
Word details
Syllables
3
fol · klo · ric
Letters
9
f · o · l · k · l · o · r · i · c
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “folkloric”
The word “folkloric” contains 3 syllables, divided as fol · klo · ric. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "folkloric" have?
"folkloric" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "folkloric" into syllables?
"folkloric" is divided into syllables as: fol · klo · ric.
What is the Scrabble score for "folkloric"?
The Scrabble score for "folkloric" is 18 points.
Using “folkloric” in writing
Three-syllable words like "folkloric" (fol · klo · ric) 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, “folkloric” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.