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How many syllables in “footcloths”?

2

syllables in "footcloths"

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Word details

Syllables

2

foot · cloths

Letters

10

f · o · o · t · c · l · o · t · h · s

Scrabble

18

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
o1
o1
t1
c3
l1
o1
t1
h4
s1

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About the word “footcloths

The word footcloths contains 2 syllables, divided as foot · cloths. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "footcloths" have?

"footcloths" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "footcloths" into syllables?

"footcloths" is divided into syllables as: foot · cloths.

What is the Scrabble score for "footcloths"?

The Scrabble score for "footcloths" is 18 points.

Using “footcloths” in writing

Two-syllable words like "footcloths" (foot · cloths) 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, footcloths is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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