How many syllables in “foster”?
syllables in "foster"
Word details
Syllables
2
fo · ster
Letters
6
f · o · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “foster”
The word “foster” contains 2 syllables, divided as fo · ster. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foster" have?
"foster" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "foster" into syllables?
"foster" is divided into syllables as: fo · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "foster"?
The Scrabble score for "foster" is 9 points.
Using “foster” in writing
Two-syllable words like "foster" (fo · ster) 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, “foster” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “foster”
The letters in “foster” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: fetors, forest, fortes, softer.