How many syllables in “backbites”?
syllables in "backbites"
Word details
Syllables
3
bac · kbi · tes
Letters
9
b · a · c · k · b · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “backbites”
The word “backbites” contains 3 syllables, divided as bac · kbi · tes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "backbites" have?
"backbites" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "backbites" into syllables?
"backbites" is divided into syllables as: bac · kbi · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "backbites"?
The Scrabble score for "backbites" is 19 points.
Using “backbites” in writing
Three-syllable words like "backbites" (bac · kbi · tes) 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, “backbites” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.