How many syllables in “foregoing”?
syllables in "foregoing"
Word details
Syllables
3
fo · re · going
Letters
9
f · o · r · e · g · o · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “foregoing”
The word “foregoing” contains 3 syllables, divided as fo · re · going. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foregoing" have?
"foregoing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "foregoing" into syllables?
"foregoing" is divided into syllables as: fo · re · going.
What is the Scrabble score for "foregoing"?
The Scrabble score for "foregoing" is 14 points.
Using “foregoing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "foregoing" (fo · re · going) 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, “foregoing” 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.