How many syllables in “foreswears”?
syllables in "foreswears"
Word details
Syllables
3
fo · re · swears
Letters
10
f · o · r · e · s · w · e · a · r · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “foreswears”
The word “foreswears” contains 3 syllables, divided as fo · re · swears. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foreswears" have?
"foreswears" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "foreswears" into syllables?
"foreswears" is divided into syllables as: fo · re · swears.
What is the Scrabble score for "foreswears"?
The Scrabble score for "foreswears" is 16 points.
Using “foreswears” in writing
Three-syllable words like "foreswears" (fo · re · swears) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “foreswears” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.