How many syllables in “foolhardiest”?
syllables in "foolhardiest"
Word details
Syllables
3
fool · har · diest
Letters
12
f · o · o · l · h · a · r · d · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
19
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About the word “foolhardiest”
The word “foolhardiest” contains 3 syllables, divided as fool · har · diest. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foolhardiest" have?
"foolhardiest" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "foolhardiest" into syllables?
"foolhardiest" is divided into syllables as: fool · har · diest.
What is the Scrabble score for "foolhardiest"?
The Scrabble score for "foolhardiest" is 19 points.
Using “foolhardiest” in writing
Three-syllable words like "foolhardiest" (fool · har · diest) 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, “foolhardiest” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.