How many syllables in “founders”?
syllables in "founders"
Word details
Syllables
2
foun · ders
Letters
8
f · o · u · n · d · e · r · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “founders”
The word “founders” contains 2 syllables, divided as foun · ders. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "founders" have?
"founders" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "founders" into syllables?
"founders" is divided into syllables as: foun · ders.
What is the Scrabble score for "founders"?
The Scrabble score for "founders" is 12 points.
Using “founders” in writing
Two-syllable words like "founders" (foun · ders) 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, “founders” is worth 12 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 “founders”
The letters in “founders” can be rearranged to spell one other word: refounds.