How many syllables in “foreheads”?
syllables in "foreheads"
Word details
Syllables
3
fo · re · heads
Letters
9
f · o · r · e · h · e · a · d · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “foreheads”
The word “foreheads” contains 3 syllables, divided as fo · re · heads. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foreheads" have?
"foreheads" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "foreheads" into syllables?
"foreheads" is divided into syllables as: fo · re · heads.
What is the Scrabble score for "foreheads"?
The Scrabble score for "foreheads" is 16 points.
Using “foreheads” in writing
Three-syllable words like "foreheads" (fo · re · heads) 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, “foreheads” 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.