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How many syllables in “babassu”?

3

syllables in "babassu"

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Word details

Syllables

3

ba · bas · su

Letters

7

b · a · b · a · s · s · u

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
a1
b3
a1
s1
s1
u1

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About the word “babassu

The word babassu contains 3 syllables, divided as ba · bas · su. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "babassu" have?

"babassu" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "babassu" into syllables?

"babassu" is divided into syllables as: ba · bas · su.

What is the Scrabble score for "babassu"?

The Scrabble score for "babassu" is 11 points.

Using “babassu” in writing

Three-syllable words like "babassu" (ba · bas · su) 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, babassu is worth 11 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.

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