How many syllables in “foulmouthed”?
syllables in "foulmouthed"
Word details
Syllables
2
foulmo · uthed
Letters
11
f · o · u · l · m · o · u · t · h · e · d
Scrabble
20
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About the word “foulmouthed”
The word “foulmouthed” contains 2 syllables, divided as foulmo · uthed. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foulmouthed" have?
"foulmouthed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "foulmouthed" into syllables?
"foulmouthed" is divided into syllables as: foulmo · uthed.
What is the Scrabble score for "foulmouthed"?
The Scrabble score for "foulmouthed" is 20 points.
Using “foulmouthed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "foulmouthed" (foulmo · uthed) 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, “foulmouthed” 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.