How many syllables in “astilbe”?
syllables in "astilbe"
Word details
Syllables
2
asti · lbe
Letters
7
a · s · t · i · l · b · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “astilbe”
The word “astilbe” contains 2 syllables, divided as asti · lbe. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "astilbe" have?
"astilbe" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "astilbe" into syllables?
"astilbe" is divided into syllables as: asti · lbe.
What is the Scrabble score for "astilbe"?
The Scrabble score for "astilbe" is 9 points.
Using “astilbe” in writing
Two-syllable words like "astilbe" (asti · lbe) 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, “astilbe” is worth 9 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 “astilbe”
The letters in “astilbe” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: albites, bastile, bestial, blastie, stabile.