How many syllables in “basts”?
syllable in "basts"
Word details
Syllables
1
basts
Letters
5
b · a · s · t · s
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “basts”
The word “basts” contains 1 syllable, divided as basts. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "basts" have?
"basts" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "basts" into syllables?
"basts" is divided into syllables as: basts.
What is the Scrabble score for "basts"?
The Scrabble score for "basts" is 7 points.
Using “basts” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "basts" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “basts” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “basts”
The letters in “basts” can be rearranged to spell one other word: stabs.