How many syllables in “foretokening”?
syllables in "foretokening"
Word details
Syllables
5
fo · re · to · ke · ning
Letters
12
f · o · r · e · t · o · k · e · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
20
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About the word “foretokening”
The word “foretokening” contains 5 syllables, divided as fo · re · to · ke · ning. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foretokening" have?
"foretokening" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "foretokening" into syllables?
"foretokening" is divided into syllables as: fo · re · to · ke · ning.
What is the Scrabble score for "foretokening"?
The Scrabble score for "foretokening" is 20 points.
Using “foretokening” in writing
"foretokening" (fo · re · to · ke · 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, “foretokening” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.