How many syllables in “bilge”?
1
syllable in "bilge"
bilge
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Word details
Syllables
1
bilge
Letters
5
b · i · l · g · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
b3
i1
l1
g2
e1
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About the word “bilge”
The word “bilge” contains 1 syllable, divided as bilge. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bilge" have?
"bilge" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "bilge" into syllables?
"bilge" is divided into syllables as: bilge.
What is the Scrabble score for "bilge"?
The Scrabble score for "bilge" is 8 points.
Using “bilge” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "bilge" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “bilge” 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.