How many syllables in “footnoting”?
syllables in "footnoting"
Word details
Syllables
3
foot · no · ting
Letters
10
f · o · o · t · n · o · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “footnoting”
The word “footnoting” contains 3 syllables, divided as foot · no · ting. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "footnoting" have?
"footnoting" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "footnoting" into syllables?
"footnoting" is divided into syllables as: foot · no · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "footnoting"?
The Scrabble score for "footnoting" is 14 points.
Using “footnoting” in writing
Three-syllable words like "footnoting" (foot · no · ting) 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, “footnoting” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.