How many syllables in “forthrightness”?
syllables in "forthrightness"
Word details
Syllables
3
for · thrig · htness
Letters
14
f · o · r · t · h · r · i · g · h · t · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “forthrightness”
The word “forthrightness” contains 3 syllables, divided as for · thrig · htness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "forthrightness" have?
"forthrightness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "forthrightness" into syllables?
"forthrightness" is divided into syllables as: for · thrig · htness.
What is the Scrabble score for "forthrightness"?
The Scrabble score for "forthrightness" is 24 points.
Using “forthrightness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "forthrightness" (for · thrig · htness) 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, “forthrightness” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.