How many syllables in “folksinging”?
syllables in "folksinging"
Word details
Syllables
3
fol · ksin · ging
Letters
11
f · o · l · k · s · i · n · g · i · n · g
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “folksinging”
The word “folksinging” contains 3 syllables, divided as fol · ksin · ging. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "folksinging" have?
"folksinging" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "folksinging" into syllables?
"folksinging" is divided into syllables as: fol · ksin · ging.
What is the Scrabble score for "folksinging"?
The Scrabble score for "folksinging" is 20 points.
Using “folksinging” in writing
Three-syllable words like "folksinging" (fol · ksin · ging) 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, “folksinging” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.