How many syllables in “birdlime”?
syllables in "birdlime"
Word details
Syllables
2
bird · lime
Letters
8
b · i · r · d · l · i · m · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “birdlime”
The word “birdlime” contains 2 syllables, divided as bird · lime. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "birdlime" have?
"birdlime" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "birdlime" into syllables?
"birdlime" is divided into syllables as: bird · lime.
What is the Scrabble score for "birdlime"?
The Scrabble score for "birdlime" is 13 points.
Using “birdlime” in writing
Two-syllable words like "birdlime" (bird · lime) 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, “birdlime” is worth 13 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.