How many syllables in “bidonville”?
syllables in "bidonville"
Word details
Syllables
5
bi · do · nv · il · le
Letters
10
b · i · d · o · n · v · i · l · l · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “bidonville”
The word “bidonville” contains 5 syllables, divided as bi · do · nv · il · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bidonville" have?
"bidonville" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "bidonville" into syllables?
"bidonville" is divided into syllables as: bi · do · nv · il · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "bidonville"?
The Scrabble score for "bidonville" is 16 points.
Using “bidonville” in writing
"bidonville" (bi · do · nv · il · le) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “bidonville” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.