How many syllables in “folksinger”?
syllables in "folksinger"
Word details
Syllables
3
fol · ksin · ger
Letters
10
f · o · l · k · s · i · n · g · e · r
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “folksinger”
The word “folksinger” contains 3 syllables, divided as fol · ksin · ger. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "folksinger" have?
"folksinger" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "folksinger" into syllables?
"folksinger" is divided into syllables as: fol · ksin · ger.
What is the Scrabble score for "folksinger"?
The Scrabble score for "folksinger" is 18 points.
Using “folksinger” in writing
Three-syllable words like "folksinger" (fol · ksin · ger) 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, “folksinger” 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.