How many syllables in “fondu”?
syllables in "fondu"
Word details
Syllables
2
fon · du
Letters
5
f · o · n · d · u
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “fondu”
The word “fondu” contains 2 syllables, divided as fon · du. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fondu" have?
"fondu" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fondu" into syllables?
"fondu" is divided into syllables as: fon · du.
What is the Scrabble score for "fondu"?
The Scrabble score for "fondu" is 9 points.
Using “fondu” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fondu" (fon · du) 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, “fondu” 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 “fondu”
The letters in “fondu” can be rearranged to spell one other word: found.