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