How many syllables in “balderdashes”?
syllables in "balderdashes"
Word details
Syllables
3
bald · erda · shes
Letters
12
b · a · l · d · e · r · d · a · s · h · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “balderdashes”
The word “balderdashes” contains 3 syllables, divided as bald · erda · shes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "balderdashes" have?
"balderdashes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "balderdashes" into syllables?
"balderdashes" is divided into syllables as: bald · erda · shes.
What is the Scrabble score for "balderdashes"?
The Scrabble score for "balderdashes" is 19 points.
Using “balderdashes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "balderdashes" (bald · erda · shes) 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, “balderdashes” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.