How many syllables in “bedew”?
syllables in "bedew"
Word details
Syllables
2
be · dew
Letters
5
b · e · d · e · w
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “bedew”
The word “bedew” contains 2 syllables, divided as be · dew. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bedew" have?
"bedew" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bedew" into syllables?
"bedew" is divided into syllables as: be · dew.
What is the Scrabble score for "bedew"?
The Scrabble score for "bedew" is 11 points.
Using “bedew” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bedew" (be · dew) 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, “bedew” is worth 11 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 “bedew”
The letters in “bedew” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dweeb.