How many syllables in “footstone”?
syllables in "footstone"
Word details
Syllables
2
foots · tone
Letters
9
f · o · o · t · s · t · o · n · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “footstone”
The word “footstone” contains 2 syllables, divided as foots · tone. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "footstone" have?
"footstone" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "footstone" into syllables?
"footstone" is divided into syllables as: foots · tone.
What is the Scrabble score for "footstone"?
The Scrabble score for "footstone" is 12 points.
Using “footstone” in writing
Two-syllable words like "footstone" (foots · tone) 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, “footstone” is worth 12 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.
Anagrams of “footstone”
The letters in “footstone” can be rearranged to spell one other word: footnotes.