How many syllables in “antbears”?
syllables in "antbears"
Word details
Syllables
2
an · tbears
Letters
8
a · n · t · b · e · a · r · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “antbears”
The word “antbears” contains 2 syllables, divided as an · tbears. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "antbears" have?
"antbears" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "antbears" into syllables?
"antbears" is divided into syllables as: an · tbears.
What is the Scrabble score for "antbears"?
The Scrabble score for "antbears" is 10 points.
Using “antbears” in writing
Two-syllable words like "antbears" (an · tbears) 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, “antbears” is worth 10 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 “antbears”
The letters in “antbears” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ratsbane.