How many syllables in “forget”?
syllables in "forget"
Word details
Syllables
2
for · get
Letters
6
f · o · r · g · e · t
Scrabble
10
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About the word “forget”
The word “forget” contains 2 syllables, divided as for · get. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "forget" have?
"forget" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "forget" into syllables?
"forget" is divided into syllables as: for · get.
What is the Scrabble score for "forget"?
The Scrabble score for "forget" is 10 points.
Using “forget” in writing
Two-syllable words like "forget" (for · get) 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, “forget” 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.