How many syllables in “footlockers”?
syllables in "footlockers"
Word details
Syllables
3
foot · loc · kers
Letters
11
f · o · o · t · l · o · c · k · e · r · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “footlockers”
The word “footlockers” contains 3 syllables, divided as foot · loc · kers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "footlockers" have?
"footlockers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "footlockers" into syllables?
"footlockers" is divided into syllables as: foot · loc · kers.
What is the Scrabble score for "footlockers"?
The Scrabble score for "footlockers" is 20 points.
Using “footlockers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "footlockers" (foot · loc · kers) 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, “footlockers” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.