How many syllables in “battlement”?
syllables in "battlement"
Word details
Syllables
3
bat · tle · ment
Letters
10
b · a · t · t · l · e · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “battlement”
The word “battlement” contains 3 syllables, divided as bat · tle · ment. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "battlement" have?
"battlement" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "battlement" into syllables?
"battlement" is divided into syllables as: bat · tle · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "battlement"?
The Scrabble score for "battlement" is 14 points.
Using “battlement” in writing
Three-syllable words like "battlement" (bat · tle · ment) 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, “battlement” is worth 14 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.