How many syllables in “blacklist”?
syllables in "blacklist"
Word details
Syllables
2
blac · klist
Letters
9
b · l · a · c · k · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “blacklist”
The word “blacklist” contains 2 syllables, divided as blac · klist. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blacklist" have?
"blacklist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "blacklist" into syllables?
"blacklist" is divided into syllables as: blac · klist.
What is the Scrabble score for "blacklist"?
The Scrabble score for "blacklist" is 17 points.
Using “blacklist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "blacklist" (blac · klist) 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, “blacklist” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “blacklist”
The letters in “blacklist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: stickball.