How many syllables in “balded”?
syllables in "balded"
Word details
Syllables
2
bal · ded
Letters
6
b · a · l · d · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “balded”
The word “balded” contains 2 syllables, divided as bal · ded. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "balded" have?
"balded" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "balded" into syllables?
"balded" is divided into syllables as: bal · ded.
What is the Scrabble score for "balded"?
The Scrabble score for "balded" is 10 points.
Using “balded” in writing
Two-syllable words like "balded" (bal · ded) 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, “balded” 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 “balded”
The letters in “balded” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bladed.