How many syllables in “folksiness”?
syllables in "folksiness"
Word details
Syllables
3
fol · ksi · ness
Letters
10
f · o · l · k · s · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “folksiness”
The word “folksiness” contains 3 syllables, divided as fol · ksi · ness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "folksiness" have?
"folksiness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "folksiness" into syllables?
"folksiness" is divided into syllables as: fol · ksi · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "folksiness"?
The Scrabble score for "folksiness" is 17 points.
Using “folksiness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "folksiness" (fol · ksi · ness) 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, “folksiness” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.