How many syllables in “beset”?
syllables in "beset"
Word details
Syllables
2
be · set
Letters
5
b · e · s · e · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “beset”
The word “beset” contains 2 syllables, divided as be · set. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "beset" have?
"beset" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "beset" into syllables?
"beset" is divided into syllables as: be · set.
What is the Scrabble score for "beset"?
The Scrabble score for "beset" is 7 points.
Using “beset” in writing
Two-syllable words like "beset" (be · set) 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, “beset” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “beset”
The letters in “beset” can be rearranged to spell one other word: beets.