How many syllables in “biltong”?
syllables in "biltong"
Word details
Syllables
2
bil · tong
Letters
7
b · i · l · t · o · n · g
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “biltong”
The word “biltong” contains 2 syllables, divided as bil · tong. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "biltong" have?
"biltong" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "biltong" into syllables?
"biltong" is divided into syllables as: bil · tong.
What is the Scrabble score for "biltong"?
The Scrabble score for "biltong" is 10 points.
Using “biltong” in writing
Two-syllable words like "biltong" (bil · tong) 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, “biltong” is worth 10 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 “biltong”
The letters in “biltong” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bolting.