How many syllables in “foreshortening”?
syllables in "foreshortening"
Word details
Syllables
5
fo · res · hor · te · ning
Letters
14
f · o · r · e · s · h · o · r · t · e · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “foreshortening”
The word “foreshortening” contains 5 syllables, divided as fo · res · hor · te · ning. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foreshortening" have?
"foreshortening" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "foreshortening" into syllables?
"foreshortening" is divided into syllables as: fo · res · hor · te · ning.
What is the Scrabble score for "foreshortening"?
The Scrabble score for "foreshortening" is 21 points.
Using “foreshortening” in writing
"foreshortening" (fo · res · hor · te · ning) 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, “foreshortening” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.