How many syllables in “foreleg”?
syllables in "foreleg"
Word details
Syllables
3
fo · re · leg
Letters
7
f · o · r · e · l · e · g
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “foreleg”
The word “foreleg” contains 3 syllables, divided as fo · re · leg. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foreleg" have?
"foreleg" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "foreleg" into syllables?
"foreleg" is divided into syllables as: fo · re · leg.
What is the Scrabble score for "foreleg"?
The Scrabble score for "foreleg" is 11 points.
Using “foreleg” in writing
Three-syllable words like "foreleg" (fo · re · leg) 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, “foreleg” is worth 11 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.