How many syllables in “backstabber”?
syllables in "backstabber"
Word details
Syllables
3
back · stab · ber
Letters
11
b · a · c · k · s · t · a · b · b · e · r
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “backstabber”
The word “backstabber” contains 3 syllables, divided as back · stab · ber. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "backstabber" have?
"backstabber" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "backstabber" into syllables?
"backstabber" is divided into syllables as: back · stab · ber.
What is the Scrabble score for "backstabber"?
The Scrabble score for "backstabber" is 23 points.
Using “backstabber” in writing
Three-syllable words like "backstabber" (back · stab · ber) 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, “backstabber” 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.