How many syllables in “foregathering”?
syllables in "foregathering"
Word details
Syllables
5
fo · re · gat · he · ring
Letters
13
f · o · r · e · g · a · t · h · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “foregathering”
The word “foregathering” contains 5 syllables, divided as fo · re · gat · he · ring. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foregathering" have?
"foregathering" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "foregathering" into syllables?
"foregathering" is divided into syllables as: fo · re · gat · he · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "foregathering"?
The Scrabble score for "foregathering" is 21 points.
Using “foregathering” in writing
"foregathering" (fo · re · gat · he · ring) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “foregathering” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.