How many syllables in “bagatelle”?
syllables in "bagatelle"
Word details
Syllables
5
ba · ga · te · ll · e
Letters
9
b · a · g · a · t · e · l · l · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “bagatelle”
The word “bagatelle” contains 5 syllables, divided as ba · ga · te · ll · e. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bagatelle" have?
"bagatelle" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "bagatelle" into syllables?
"bagatelle" is divided into syllables as: ba · ga · te · ll · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "bagatelle"?
The Scrabble score for "bagatelle" is 12 points.
Using “bagatelle” in writing
"bagatelle" (ba · ga · te · ll · e) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “bagatelle” is worth 12 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.