How many syllables in “follis”?
syllables in "follis"
Word details
Syllables
2
fol · lis
Letters
6
f · o · l · l · i · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “follis”
The word “follis” contains 2 syllables, divided as fol · lis. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "follis" have?
"follis" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "follis" into syllables?
"follis" is divided into syllables as: fol · lis.
What is the Scrabble score for "follis"?
The Scrabble score for "follis" is 9 points.
Using “follis” in writing
Two-syllable words like "follis" (fol · lis) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “follis” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “follis”
The letters in “follis” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fillos.