How many syllables in “foregrounds”?
syllables in "foregrounds"
Word details
Syllables
3
fo · re · grounds
Letters
11
f · o · r · e · g · r · o · u · n · d · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “foregrounds”
The word “foregrounds” contains 3 syllables, divided as fo · re · grounds. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foregrounds" have?
"foregrounds" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "foregrounds" into syllables?
"foregrounds" is divided into syllables as: fo · re · grounds.
What is the Scrabble score for "foregrounds"?
The Scrabble score for "foregrounds" is 16 points.
Using “foregrounds” in writing
Three-syllable words like "foregrounds" (fo · re · grounds) 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, “foregrounds” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.