How many syllables in “ballgame”?
syllables in "ballgame"
Word details
Syllables
2
ball · game
Letters
8
b · a · l · l · g · a · m · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “ballgame”
The word “ballgame” contains 2 syllables, divided as ball · game. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ballgame" have?
"ballgame" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ballgame" into syllables?
"ballgame" is divided into syllables as: ball · game.
What is the Scrabble score for "ballgame"?
The Scrabble score for "ballgame" is 13 points.
Using “ballgame” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ballgame" (ball · game) 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, “ballgame” is worth 13 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.