How many syllables in “foreignisms”?
syllables in "foreignisms"
Word details
Syllables
3
fo · reig · nisms
Letters
11
f · o · r · e · i · g · n · i · s · m · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “foreignisms”
The word “foreignisms” contains 3 syllables, divided as fo · reig · nisms. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foreignisms" have?
"foreignisms" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "foreignisms" into syllables?
"foreignisms" is divided into syllables as: fo · reig · nisms.
What is the Scrabble score for "foreignisms"?
The Scrabble score for "foreignisms" is 17 points.
Using “foreignisms” in writing
Three-syllable words like "foreignisms" (fo · reig · nisms) 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, “foreignisms” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.