How many syllables in “tenderfoots”?
syllables in "tenderfoots"
Word details
Syllables
3
ten · der · foots
Letters
11
t · e · n · d · e · r · f · o · o · t · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “tenderfoots”
The word “tenderfoots” contains 3 syllables, divided as ten · der · foots. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tenderfoots" have?
"tenderfoots" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "tenderfoots" into syllables?
"tenderfoots" is divided into syllables as: ten · der · foots.
What is the Scrabble score for "tenderfoots"?
The Scrabble score for "tenderfoots" is 15 points.
Using “tenderfoots” in writing
Three-syllable words like "tenderfoots" (ten · der · foots) 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, “tenderfoots” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.