How many syllables in “bis”?
syllable in "bis"
Word details
Syllables
1
bis
Letters
3
b · i · s
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “bis”
The word “bis” contains 1 syllable, divided as bis. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bis" have?
"bis" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "bis" into syllables?
"bis" is divided into syllables as: bis.
What is the Scrabble score for "bis"?
The Scrabble score for "bis" is 5 points.
Using “bis” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "bis" 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, “bis” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “bis”
The letters in “bis” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sib.