How many syllables in “baldest”?
syllables in "baldest"
Word details
Syllables
2
bal · dest
Letters
7
b · a · l · d · e · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “baldest”
The word “baldest” contains 2 syllables, divided as bal · dest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "baldest" have?
"baldest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "baldest" into syllables?
"baldest" is divided into syllables as: bal · dest.
What is the Scrabble score for "baldest"?
The Scrabble score for "baldest" is 10 points.
Using “baldest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "baldest" (bal · dest) 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, “baldest” 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 “baldest”
The letters in “baldest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: blasted, stabled.