How many syllables in “foregoes”?
syllables in "foregoes"
Word details
Syllables
3
fo · re · goes
Letters
8
f · o · r · e · g · o · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “foregoes”
The word “foregoes” contains 3 syllables, divided as fo · re · goes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foregoes" have?
"foregoes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "foregoes" into syllables?
"foregoes" is divided into syllables as: fo · re · goes.
What is the Scrabble score for "foregoes"?
The Scrabble score for "foregoes" is 12 points.
Using “foregoes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "foregoes" (fo · re · goes) 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, “foregoes” 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.