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