How many syllables in “backbiting”?
syllables in "backbiting"
Word details
Syllables
3
bac · kbi · ting
Letters
10
b · a · c · k · b · i · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “backbiting”
The word “backbiting” contains 3 syllables, divided as bac · kbi · ting. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "backbiting" have?
"backbiting" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "backbiting" into syllables?
"backbiting" is divided into syllables as: bac · kbi · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "backbiting"?
The Scrabble score for "backbiting" is 21 points.
Using “backbiting” in writing
Three-syllable words like "backbiting" (bac · kbi · ting) 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, “backbiting” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.