How many syllables in “basest”?
syllables in "basest"
Word details
Syllables
2
ba · sest
Letters
6
b · a · s · e · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “basest”
The word “basest” contains 2 syllables, divided as ba · sest. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "basest" have?
"basest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "basest" into syllables?
"basest" is divided into syllables as: ba · sest.
What is the Scrabble score for "basest"?
The Scrabble score for "basest" is 8 points.
Using “basest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "basest" (ba · sest) 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, “basest” 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 “basest”
The letters in “basest” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: basset, bastes, beasts.