How many syllables in “blasted”?
syllables in "blasted"
Word details
Syllables
2
bla · sted
Letters
7
b · l · a · s · t · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “blasted”
The word “blasted” contains 2 syllables, divided as bla · sted. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blasted" have?
"blasted" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "blasted" into syllables?
"blasted" is divided into syllables as: bla · sted.
What is the Scrabble score for "blasted"?
The Scrabble score for "blasted" is 10 points.
Using “blasted” in writing
Two-syllable words like "blasted" (bla · sted) 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, “blasted” is worth 10 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 “blasted”
The letters in “blasted” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: baldest, stabled.