How many syllables in “foulness”?
syllables in "foulness"
Word details
Syllables
2
foul · ness
Letters
8
f · o · u · l · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “foulness”
The word “foulness” contains 2 syllables, divided as foul · ness. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foulness" have?
"foulness" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "foulness" into syllables?
"foulness" is divided into syllables as: foul · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "foulness"?
The Scrabble score for "foulness" is 11 points.
Using “foulness” in writing
Two-syllable words like "foulness" (foul · ness) 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, “foulness” is worth 11 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 “foulness”
The letters in “foulness” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sulfones.