How many syllables in “bahadur”?
syllables in "bahadur"
Word details
Syllables
3
ba · ha · dur
Letters
7
b · a · h · a · d · u · r
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “bahadur”
The word “bahadur” contains 3 syllables, divided as ba · ha · dur. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bahadur" have?
"bahadur" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bahadur" into syllables?
"bahadur" is divided into syllables as: ba · ha · dur.
What is the Scrabble score for "bahadur"?
The Scrabble score for "bahadur" is 13 points.
Using “bahadur” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bahadur" (ba · ha · dur) 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, “bahadur” is worth 13 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.