How many syllables in “basketry”?
syllables in "basketry"
Word details
Syllables
3
ba · ske · try
Letters
8
b · a · s · k · e · t · r · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “basketry”
The word “basketry” contains 3 syllables, divided as ba · ske · try. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "basketry" have?
"basketry" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "basketry" into syllables?
"basketry" is divided into syllables as: ba · ske · try.
What is the Scrabble score for "basketry"?
The Scrabble score for "basketry" is 17 points.
Using “basketry” in writing
Three-syllable words like "basketry" (ba · ske · try) 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, “basketry” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.