How many syllables in “bayadere”?
syllables in "bayadere"
Word details
Syllables
2
baya · dere
Letters
8
b · a · y · a · d · e · r · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “bayadere”
The word “bayadere” contains 2 syllables, divided as baya · dere. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bayadere" have?
"bayadere" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bayadere" into syllables?
"bayadere" is divided into syllables as: baya · dere.
What is the Scrabble score for "bayadere"?
The Scrabble score for "bayadere" is 14 points.
Using “bayadere” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bayadere" (baya · dere) 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, “bayadere” 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.
Anagrams of “bayadere”
The letters in “bayadere” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bayadeer.