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