How many syllables in “backpedalled”?
syllables in "backpedalled"
Word details
Syllables
3
back · peda · lled
Letters
12
b · a · c · k · p · e · d · a · l · l · e · d
Scrabble
24
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About the word “backpedalled”
The word “backpedalled” contains 3 syllables, divided as back · peda · lled. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "backpedalled" have?
"backpedalled" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "backpedalled" into syllables?
"backpedalled" is divided into syllables as: back · peda · lled.
What is the Scrabble score for "backpedalled"?
The Scrabble score for "backpedalled" is 24 points.
Using “backpedalled” in writing
Three-syllable words like "backpedalled" (back · peda · lled) 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, “backpedalled” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.