How many syllables in “blacklists”?
syllables in "blacklists"
Word details
Syllables
2
blac · klists
Letters
10
b · l · a · c · k · l · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “blacklists”
The word “blacklists” contains 2 syllables, divided as blac · klists. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blacklists" have?
"blacklists" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "blacklists" into syllables?
"blacklists" is divided into syllables as: blac · klists.
What is the Scrabble score for "blacklists"?
The Scrabble score for "blacklists" is 18 points.
Using “blacklists” in writing
Two-syllable words like "blacklists" (blac · klists) 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, “blacklists” is worth 18 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 “blacklists”
The letters in “blacklists” can be rearranged to spell one other word: stickballs.