How many syllables in “foothills”?
syllables in "foothills"
Word details
Syllables
2
foot · hills
Letters
9
f · o · o · t · h · i · l · l · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “foothills”
The word “foothills” contains 2 syllables, divided as foot · hills. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foothills" have?
"foothills" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "foothills" into syllables?
"foothills" is divided into syllables as: foot · hills.
What is the Scrabble score for "foothills"?
The Scrabble score for "foothills" is 15 points.
Using “foothills” in writing
Two-syllable words like "foothills" (foot · hills) 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, “foothills” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.