How many syllables in “basipetally”?
syllables in "basipetally"
Word details
Syllables
5
ba · si · pe · tal · ly
Letters
11
b · a · s · i · p · e · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “basipetally”
The word “basipetally” contains 5 syllables, divided as ba · si · pe · tal · ly. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "basipetally" have?
"basipetally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "basipetally" into syllables?
"basipetally" is divided into syllables as: ba · si · pe · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "basipetally"?
The Scrabble score for "basipetally" is 18 points.
Using “basipetally” in writing
"basipetally" (ba · si · pe · tal · ly) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “basipetally” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.