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How many syllables in “bedside”?

2

syllables in "bedside"

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Word details

Syllables

2

beds · ide

Letters

7

b · e · d · s · i · d · e

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
e1
d2
s1
i1
d2
e1

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About the word “bedside

The word bedside contains 2 syllables, divided as beds · ide. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "bedside" have?

"bedside" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "bedside" into syllables?

"bedside" is divided into syllables as: beds · ide.

What is the Scrabble score for "bedside"?

The Scrabble score for "bedside" is 11 points.

Using “bedside” in writing

Two-syllable words like "bedside" (beds · ide) 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, bedside 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.

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