How many syllables in “folktales”?
syllables in "folktales"
Word details
Syllables
3
fol · kta · les
Letters
9
f · o · l · k · t · a · l · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “folktales”
The word “folktales” contains 3 syllables, divided as fol · kta · les. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "folktales" have?
"folktales" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "folktales" into syllables?
"folktales" is divided into syllables as: fol · kta · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "folktales"?
The Scrabble score for "folktales" is 16 points.
Using “folktales” in writing
Three-syllable words like "folktales" (fol · kta · les) 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, “folktales” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.