How many syllables in “berdache”?
syllables in "berdache"
Word details
Syllables
2
berd · ache
Letters
8
b · e · r · d · a · c · h · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “berdache”
The word “berdache” contains 2 syllables, divided as berd · ache. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "berdache" have?
"berdache" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "berdache" into syllables?
"berdache" is divided into syllables as: berd · ache.
What is the Scrabble score for "berdache"?
The Scrabble score for "berdache" is 16 points.
Using “berdache” in writing
Two-syllable words like "berdache" (berd · ache) 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, “berdache” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “berdache”
The letters in “berdache” can be rearranged to spell one other word: breached.