How many syllables in “backsliding”?
syllables in "backsliding"
Word details
Syllables
3
back · sli · ding
Letters
11
b · a · c · k · s · l · i · d · i · n · g
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “backsliding”
The word “backsliding” contains 3 syllables, divided as back · sli · ding. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "backsliding" have?
"backsliding" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "backsliding" into syllables?
"backsliding" is divided into syllables as: back · sli · ding.
What is the Scrabble score for "backsliding"?
The Scrabble score for "backsliding" is 21 points.
Using “backsliding” in writing
Three-syllable words like "backsliding" (back · sli · ding) 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, “backsliding” 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.