How many syllables in “bespeak”?
syllables in "bespeak"
Word details
Syllables
2
be · speak
Letters
7
b · e · s · p · e · a · k
Scrabble
15
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “bespeak”
The word “bespeak” contains 2 syllables, divided as be · speak. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bespeak" have?
"bespeak" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bespeak" into syllables?
"bespeak" is divided into syllables as: be · speak.
What is the Scrabble score for "bespeak"?
The Scrabble score for "bespeak" is 15 points.
Using “bespeak” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bespeak" (be · speak) 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, “bespeak” is worth 15 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 “bespeak”
The letters in “bespeak” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bespake.