How many syllables in “baldy”?
syllables in "baldy"
Word details
Syllables
2
bal · dy
Letters
5
b · a · l · d · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “baldy”
The word “baldy” contains 2 syllables, divided as bal · dy. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "baldy" have?
"baldy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "baldy" into syllables?
"baldy" is divided into syllables as: bal · dy.
What is the Scrabble score for "baldy"?
The Scrabble score for "baldy" is 11 points.
Using “baldy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "baldy" (bal · dy) 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, “baldy” is worth 11 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 “baldy”
The letters in “baldy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: badly.