How many syllables in “bidet”?
syllables in "bidet"
Word details
Syllables
2
bi · det
Letters
5
b · i · d · e · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “bidet”
The word “bidet” contains 2 syllables, divided as bi · det. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bidet" have?
"bidet" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bidet" into syllables?
"bidet" is divided into syllables as: bi · det.
What is the Scrabble score for "bidet"?
The Scrabble score for "bidet" is 8 points.
Using “bidet” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bidet" (bi · det) 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, “bidet” is worth 8 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 “bidet”
The letters in “bidet” can be rearranged to spell one other word: debit.