How many syllables in “foundling”?
syllables in "foundling"
Word details
Syllables
2
foun · dling
Letters
9
f · o · u · n · d · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “foundling”
The word “foundling” contains 2 syllables, divided as foun · dling. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "foundling" have?
"foundling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "foundling" into syllables?
"foundling" is divided into syllables as: foun · dling.
What is the Scrabble score for "foundling"?
The Scrabble score for "foundling" is 14 points.
Using “foundling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "foundling" (foun · dling) 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, “foundling” is worth 14 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 “foundling”
The letters in “foundling” can be rearranged to spell one other word: unfolding.