How many syllables in “balder”?
syllables in "balder"
Word details
Syllables
2
bal · der
Letters
6
b · a · l · d · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “balder”
The word “balder” contains 2 syllables, divided as bal · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "balder" have?
"balder" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "balder" into syllables?
"balder" is divided into syllables as: bal · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "balder"?
The Scrabble score for "balder" is 9 points.
Using “balder” in writing
Two-syllable words like "balder" (bal · 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, “balder” is worth 9 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 “balder”
The letters in “balder” can be rearranged to spell one other word: blared.