How many syllables in “bestride”?
syllables in "bestride"
Word details
Syllables
2
best · ride
Letters
8
b · e · s · t · r · i · d · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “bestride”
The word “bestride” contains 2 syllables, divided as best · ride. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bestride" have?
"bestride" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bestride" into syllables?
"bestride" is divided into syllables as: best · ride.
What is the Scrabble score for "bestride"?
The Scrabble score for "bestride" is 11 points.
Using “bestride” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bestride" (best · ride) 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, “bestride” 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 “bestride”
The letters in “bestride” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bistered.