How many syllables in “befret”?
syllables in "befret"
Word details
Syllables
2
be · fret
Letters
6
b · e · f · r · e · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “befret”
The word “befret” contains 2 syllables, divided as be · fret. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "befret" have?
"befret" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "befret" into syllables?
"befret" is divided into syllables as: be · fret.
What is the Scrabble score for "befret"?
The Scrabble score for "befret" is 11 points.
Using “befret” in writing
Two-syllable words like "befret" (be · fret) 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, “befret” 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 “befret”
The letters in “befret” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bereft.