How many syllables in “banditry”?
syllables in "banditry"
Word details
Syllables
3
ban · di · try
Letters
8
b · a · n · d · i · t · r · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “banditry”
The word “banditry” contains 3 syllables, divided as ban · di · try. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "banditry" have?
"banditry" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "banditry" into syllables?
"banditry" is divided into syllables as: ban · di · try.
What is the Scrabble score for "banditry"?
The Scrabble score for "banditry" is 14 points.
Using “banditry” in writing
Three-syllable words like "banditry" (ban · di · try) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “banditry” is worth 14 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.