How many syllables in “bastard”?
syllables in "bastard"
Word details
Syllables
2
ba · stard
Letters
7
b · a · s · t · a · r · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “bastard”
The word “bastard” contains 2 syllables, divided as ba · stard. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bastard" have?
"bastard" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bastard" into syllables?
"bastard" is divided into syllables as: ba · stard.
What is the Scrabble score for "bastard"?
The Scrabble score for "bastard" is 10 points.
Using “bastard” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bastard" (ba · stard) 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, “bastard” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “bastard”
The letters in “bastard” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tabards.