How many syllables in “tenderfoot”?
syllables in "tenderfoot"
Word details
Syllables
3
ten · der · foot
Letters
10
t · e · n · d · e · r · f · o · o · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “tenderfoot”
The word “tenderfoot” contains 3 syllables, divided as ten · der · foot. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tenderfoot" have?
"tenderfoot" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "tenderfoot" into syllables?
"tenderfoot" is divided into syllables as: ten · der · foot.
What is the Scrabble score for "tenderfoot"?
The Scrabble score for "tenderfoot" is 14 points.
Using “tenderfoot” in writing
Three-syllable words like "tenderfoot" (ten · der · foot) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “tenderfoot” 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.