How many syllables in “folkmotes”?
syllables in "folkmotes"
Word details
Syllables
3
fol · kmo · tes
Letters
9
f · o · l · k · m · o · t · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “folkmotes”
The word “folkmotes” contains 3 syllables, divided as fol · kmo · tes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "folkmotes" have?
"folkmotes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "folkmotes" into syllables?
"folkmotes" is divided into syllables as: fol · kmo · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "folkmotes"?
The Scrabble score for "folkmotes" is 18 points.
Using “folkmotes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "folkmotes" (fol · kmo · tes) 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, “folkmotes” 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.