How many syllables in “folktale”?
syllables in "folktale"
Word details
Syllables
3
fol · kta · le
Letters
8
f · o · l · k · t · a · l · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “folktale”
The word “folktale” contains 3 syllables, divided as fol · kta · le. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "folktale" have?
"folktale" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "folktale" into syllables?
"folktale" is divided into syllables as: fol · kta · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "folktale"?
The Scrabble score for "folktale" is 15 points.
Using “folktale” in writing
Three-syllable words like "folktale" (fol · kta · le) 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, “folktale” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.