How many syllables in “fores”?
syllables in "fores"
Word details
Syllables
2
fo · res
Letters
5
f · o · r · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “fores”
The word “fores” contains 2 syllables, divided as fo · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fores" have?
"fores" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fores" into syllables?
"fores" is divided into syllables as: fo · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "fores"?
The Scrabble score for "fores" is 8 points.
Using “fores” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fores" (fo · res) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “fores” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “fores”
The letters in “fores” can be rearranged to spell one other word: froes.