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How many syllables in “bedposts”?

2

syllables in "bedposts"

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Word details

Syllables

2

bed · posts

Letters

8

b · e · d · p · o · s · t · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
e1
d2
p3
o1
s1
t1
s1

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About the word “bedposts

The word bedposts contains 2 syllables, divided as bed · posts. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "bedposts" have?

"bedposts" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "bedposts" into syllables?

"bedposts" is divided into syllables as: bed · posts.

What is the Scrabble score for "bedposts"?

The Scrabble score for "bedposts" is 13 points.

Using “bedposts” in writing

Two-syllable words like "bedposts" (bed · posts) 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, bedposts is worth 13 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.

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