How many syllables in “fortuneteller”?
syllables in "fortuneteller"
Word details
Syllables
5
for · tu · ne · tel · ler
Letters
13
f · o · r · t · u · n · e · t · e · l · l · e · r
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “fortuneteller”
The word “fortuneteller” contains 5 syllables, divided as for · tu · ne · tel · ler. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fortuneteller" have?
"fortuneteller" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "fortuneteller" into syllables?
"fortuneteller" is divided into syllables as: for · tu · ne · tel · ler.
What is the Scrabble score for "fortuneteller"?
The Scrabble score for "fortuneteller" is 16 points.
Using “fortuneteller” in writing
"fortuneteller" (for · tu · ne · tel · ler) 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, “fortuneteller” 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.