How many syllables in “bister”?
syllables in "bister"
Word details
Syllables
2
bi · ster
Letters
6
b · i · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “bister”
The word “bister” contains 2 syllables, divided as bi · ster. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bister" have?
"bister" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bister" into syllables?
"bister" is divided into syllables as: bi · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "bister"?
The Scrabble score for "bister" is 8 points.
Using “bister” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bister" (bi · ster) 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, “bister” 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.
Anagrams of “bister”
The letters in “bister” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: bestir, bistre, biters, tribes.