How many syllables in “foreignness”?
syllables in "foreignness"
Word details
Syllables
3
fo · reig · nness
Letters
11
f · o · r · e · i · g · n · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “foreignness”
The word “foreignness” contains 3 syllables, divided as fo · reig · nness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foreignness" have?
"foreignness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "foreignness" into syllables?
"foreignness" is divided into syllables as: fo · reig · nness.
What is the Scrabble score for "foreignness"?
The Scrabble score for "foreignness" is 15 points.
Using “foreignness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "foreignness" (fo · reig · nness) 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, “foreignness” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.