How many syllables in “folksingers”?
syllables in "folksingers"
Word details
Syllables
3
fol · ksin · gers
Letters
11
f · o · l · k · s · i · n · g · e · r · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “folksingers”
The word “folksingers” contains 3 syllables, divided as fol · ksin · gers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "folksingers" have?
"folksingers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "folksingers" into syllables?
"folksingers" is divided into syllables as: fol · ksin · gers.
What is the Scrabble score for "folksingers"?
The Scrabble score for "folksingers" is 19 points.
Using “folksingers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "folksingers" (fol · ksin · gers) 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, “folksingers” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.