How many syllables in “basil”?
syllables in "basil"
Word details
Syllables
2
ba · sil
Letters
5
b · a · s · i · l
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “basil”
The word “basil” contains 2 syllables, divided as ba · sil. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "basil" have?
"basil" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "basil" into syllables?
"basil" is divided into syllables as: ba · sil.
What is the Scrabble score for "basil"?
The Scrabble score for "basil" is 7 points.
Using “basil” in writing
Two-syllable words like "basil" (ba · sil) 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, “basil” 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 “basil”
The letters in “basil” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bails.