How many syllables in “blueprint”?
syllables in "blueprint"
Word details
Syllables
2
blue · print
Letters
9
b · l · u · e · p · r · i · n · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “blueprint”
The word “blueprint” contains 2 syllables, divided as blue · print. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blueprint" have?
"blueprint" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "blueprint" into syllables?
"blueprint" is divided into syllables as: blue · print.
What is the Scrabble score for "blueprint"?
The Scrabble score for "blueprint" is 13 points.
Using “blueprint” in writing
Two-syllable words like "blueprint" (blue · print) 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, “blueprint” is worth 13 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.