How many syllables in “forests”?
syllables in "forests"
Word details
Syllables
2
fo · rests
Letters
7
f · o · r · e · s · t · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “forests”
The word “forests” contains 2 syllables, divided as fo · rests. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "forests" have?
"forests" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "forests" into syllables?
"forests" is divided into syllables as: fo · rests.
What is the Scrabble score for "forests"?
The Scrabble score for "forests" is 10 points.
Using “forests” in writing
Two-syllable words like "forests" (fo · rests) 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, “forests” is worth 10 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 “forests”
The letters in “forests” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fosters.