How many syllables in “bashfully”?
syllables in "bashfully"
Word details
Syllables
3
bas · hful · ly
Letters
9
b · a · s · h · f · u · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “bashfully”
The word “bashfully” contains 3 syllables, divided as bas · hful · ly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bashfully" have?
"bashfully" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bashfully" into syllables?
"bashfully" is divided into syllables as: bas · hful · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "bashfully"?
The Scrabble score for "bashfully" is 20 points.
Using “bashfully” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bashfully" (bas · hful · ly) 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, “bashfully” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.