How many syllables in “balmlike”?
syllables in "balmlike"
Word details
Syllables
2
balm · like
Letters
8
b · a · l · m · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “balmlike”
The word “balmlike” contains 2 syllables, divided as balm · like. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "balmlike" have?
"balmlike" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "balmlike" into syllables?
"balmlike" is divided into syllables as: balm · like.
What is the Scrabble score for "balmlike"?
The Scrabble score for "balmlike" is 16 points.
Using “balmlike” in writing
Two-syllable words like "balmlike" (balm · like) 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, “balmlike” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “balmlike”
The letters in “balmlike” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lamblike.