How many syllables in “boddhisattvas”?
syllables in "boddhisattvas"
Word details
Syllables
4
bod · dhi · sat · tvas
Letters
13
b · o · d · d · h · i · s · a · t · t · v · a · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “boddhisattvas”
The word “boddhisattvas” contains 4 syllables, divided as bod · dhi · sat · tvas. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "boddhisattvas" have?
"boddhisattvas" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "boddhisattvas" into syllables?
"boddhisattvas" is divided into syllables as: bod · dhi · sat · tvas.
What is the Scrabble score for "boddhisattvas"?
The Scrabble score for "boddhisattvas" is 23 points.
Using “boddhisattvas” in writing
Four-syllable words like "boddhisattvas" (bod · dhi · sat · tvas) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “boddhisattvas” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.