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How many syllables in “footmark”?

2

syllables in "footmark"

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Word details

Syllables

2

foot · mark

Letters

8

f · o · o · t · m · a · r · k

Scrabble

17

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
o1
o1
t1
m3
a1
r1
k5

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About the word “footmark

The word footmark contains 2 syllables, divided as foot · mark. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "footmark" have?

"footmark" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "footmark" into syllables?

"footmark" is divided into syllables as: foot · mark.

What is the Scrabble score for "footmark"?

The Scrabble score for "footmark" is 17 points.

Using “footmark” in writing

Two-syllable words like "footmark" (foot · mark) 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, footmark is worth 17 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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