How many syllables in “basketlike”?
syllables in "basketlike"
Word details
Syllables
3
bask · etli · ke
Letters
10
b · a · s · k · e · t · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “basketlike”
The word “basketlike” contains 3 syllables, divided as bask · etli · ke. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "basketlike" have?
"basketlike" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "basketlike" into syllables?
"basketlike" is divided into syllables as: bask · etli · ke.
What is the Scrabble score for "basketlike"?
The Scrabble score for "basketlike" is 20 points.
Using “basketlike” in writing
Three-syllable words like "basketlike" (bask · etli · ke) 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, “basketlike” 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.