How many syllables in “basalt”?
syllables in "basalt"
Word details
Syllables
2
ba · salt
Letters
6
b · a · s · a · l · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “basalt”
The word “basalt” contains 2 syllables, divided as ba · salt. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "basalt" have?
"basalt" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "basalt" into syllables?
"basalt" is divided into syllables as: ba · salt.
What is the Scrabble score for "basalt"?
The Scrabble score for "basalt" is 8 points.
Using “basalt” in writing
Two-syllable words like "basalt" (ba · salt) 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, “basalt” is worth 8 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 “basalt”
The letters in “basalt” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tablas.