How many syllables in “baster”?
syllables in "baster"
Word details
Syllables
2
ba · ster
Letters
6
b · a · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “baster”
The word “baster” contains 2 syllables, divided as ba · ster. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "baster" have?
"baster" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "baster" into syllables?
"baster" is divided into syllables as: ba · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "baster"?
The Scrabble score for "baster" is 8 points.
Using “baster” in writing
Two-syllable words like "baster" (ba · ster) 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, “baster” is worth 8 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 “baster”
The letters in “baster” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: barest, breast, tabers.