How many syllables in “foreshadower”?
syllables in "foreshadower"
Word details
Syllables
5
fo · res · ha · do · wer
Letters
12
f · o · r · e · s · h · a · d · o · w · e · r
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “foreshadower”
The word “foreshadower” contains 5 syllables, divided as fo · res · ha · do · wer. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foreshadower" have?
"foreshadower" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "foreshadower" into syllables?
"foreshadower" is divided into syllables as: fo · res · ha · do · wer.
What is the Scrabble score for "foreshadower"?
The Scrabble score for "foreshadower" is 22 points.
Using “foreshadower” in writing
"foreshadower" (fo · res · ha · do · wer) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “foreshadower” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.