How many syllables in “bases”?
syllable in "bases"
Word details
Syllables
1
bases
Letters
5
b · a · s · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “bases”
The word “bases” contains 1 syllable, divided as bases. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bases" have?
"bases" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "bases" into syllables?
"bases" is divided into syllables as: bases.
What is the Scrabble score for "bases"?
The Scrabble score for "bases" is 7 points.
Using “bases” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "bases" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “bases” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “bases”
The letters in “bases” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sabes.