How many syllables in “besoms”?
syllables in "besoms"
Word details
Syllables
2
be · soms
Letters
6
b · e · s · o · m · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “besoms”
The word “besoms” contains 2 syllables, divided as be · soms. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "besoms" have?
"besoms" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "besoms" into syllables?
"besoms" is divided into syllables as: be · soms.
What is the Scrabble score for "besoms"?
The Scrabble score for "besoms" is 10 points.
Using “besoms” in writing
Two-syllable words like "besoms" (be · soms) 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, “besoms” is worth 10 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 “besoms”
The letters in “besoms” can be rearranged to spell one other word: emboss.