How many syllables in “backbitings”?
syllables in "backbitings"
Word details
Syllables
3
bac · kbi · tings
Letters
11
b · a · c · k · b · i · t · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “backbitings”
The word “backbitings” contains 3 syllables, divided as bac · kbi · tings. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "backbitings" have?
"backbitings" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "backbitings" into syllables?
"backbitings" is divided into syllables as: bac · kbi · tings.
What is the Scrabble score for "backbitings"?
The Scrabble score for "backbitings" is 22 points.
Using “backbitings” in writing
Three-syllable words like "backbitings" (bac · kbi · tings) 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, “backbitings” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.