How many syllables in “foreshadowing”?
syllables in "foreshadowing"
Word details
Syllables
5
fo · res · ha · do · wing
Letters
13
f · o · r · e · s · h · a · d · o · w · i · n · g
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “foreshadowing”
The word “foreshadowing” contains 5 syllables, divided as fo · res · ha · do · wing. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foreshadowing" have?
"foreshadowing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "foreshadowing" into syllables?
"foreshadowing" is divided into syllables as: fo · res · ha · do · wing.
What is the Scrabble score for "foreshadowing"?
The Scrabble score for "foreshadowing" is 24 points.
Using “foreshadowing” in writing
"foreshadowing" (fo · res · ha · do · wing) 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, “foreshadowing” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.