How many syllables in “bathyscaphs”?
syllables in "bathyscaphs"
Word details
Syllables
3
bat · hy · scaphs
Letters
11
b · a · t · h · y · s · c · a · p · h · s
Scrabble
26
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About the word “bathyscaphs”
The word “bathyscaphs” contains 3 syllables, divided as bat · hy · scaphs. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bathyscaphs" have?
"bathyscaphs" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bathyscaphs" into syllables?
"bathyscaphs" is divided into syllables as: bat · hy · scaphs.
What is the Scrabble score for "bathyscaphs"?
The Scrabble score for "bathyscaphs" is 26 points.
Using “bathyscaphs” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bathyscaphs" (bat · hy · scaphs) 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, “bathyscaphs” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.