How many syllables in “banshee”?
syllables in "banshee"
Word details
Syllables
2
ban · shee
Letters
7
b · a · n · s · h · e · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “banshee”
The word “banshee” contains 2 syllables, divided as ban · shee. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "banshee" have?
"banshee" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "banshee" into syllables?
"banshee" is divided into syllables as: ban · shee.
What is the Scrabble score for "banshee"?
The Scrabble score for "banshee" is 12 points.
Using “banshee” in writing
Two-syllable words like "banshee" (ban · shee) 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, “banshee” is worth 12 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 “banshee”
The letters in “banshee” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shebean.