How many syllables in “badder”?
syllables in "badder"
Word details
Syllables
2
bad · der
Letters
6
b · a · d · d · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “badder”
The word “badder” contains 2 syllables, divided as bad · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "badder" have?
"badder" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "badder" into syllables?
"badder" is divided into syllables as: bad · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "badder"?
The Scrabble score for "badder" is 10 points.
Using “badder” in writing
Two-syllable words like "badder" (bad · der) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “badder” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “badder”
The letters in “badder” can be rearranged to spell one other word: barded.