How many syllables in “bastion”?
syllables in "bastion"
Word details
Syllables
2
bastion
Letters
7
b · a · s · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “bastion”
The word “bastion” contains 2 syllables, divided as bastion. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bastion" have?
"bastion" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bastion" into syllables?
"bastion" is divided into syllables as: bastion.
What is the Scrabble score for "bastion"?
The Scrabble score for "bastion" is 9 points.
Using “bastion” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bastion" (bastion) 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, “bastion” is worth 9 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 “bastion”
The letters in “bastion” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: bonitas, obtains.