How many syllables in “foremost”?
syllables in "foremost"
Word details
Syllables
3
fo · re · most
Letters
8
f · o · r · e · m · o · s · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “foremost”
The word “foremost” contains 3 syllables, divided as fo · re · most. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foremost" have?
"foremost" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "foremost" into syllables?
"foremost" is divided into syllables as: fo · re · most.
What is the Scrabble score for "foremost"?
The Scrabble score for "foremost" is 13 points.
Using “foremost” in writing
Three-syllable words like "foremost" (fo · re · most) 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, “foremost” is worth 13 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.