How many syllables in “backbiters”?
syllables in "backbiters"
Word details
Syllables
3
bac · kbi · ters
Letters
10
b · a · c · k · b · i · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “backbiters”
The word “backbiters” contains 3 syllables, divided as bac · kbi · ters. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "backbiters" have?
"backbiters" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "backbiters" into syllables?
"backbiters" is divided into syllables as: bac · kbi · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "backbiters"?
The Scrabble score for "backbiters" is 20 points.
Using “backbiters” in writing
Three-syllable words like "backbiters" (bac · kbi · ters) 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, “backbiters” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.