How many syllables in “backhanded”?
syllables in "backhanded"
Word details
Syllables
3
bac · khan · ded
Letters
10
b · a · c · k · h · a · n · d · e · d
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “backhanded”
The word “backhanded” contains 3 syllables, divided as bac · khan · ded. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "backhanded" have?
"backhanded" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "backhanded" into syllables?
"backhanded" is divided into syllables as: bac · khan · ded.
What is the Scrabble score for "backhanded"?
The Scrabble score for "backhanded" is 23 points.
Using “backhanded” in writing
Three-syllable words like "backhanded" (bac · khan · ded) 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, “backhanded” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.