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How many syllables in “footnoting”?

3

syllables in "footnoting"

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Word details

Syllables

3

foot · no · ting

Letters

10

f · o · o · t · n · o · t · i · n · g

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
o1
o1
t1
n1
o1
t1
i1
n1
g2

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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.

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