How many syllables in “bodhran”?
syllables in "bodhran"
Word details
Syllables
2
bod · hran
Letters
7
b · o · d · h · r · a · n
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “bodhran”
The word “bodhran” contains 2 syllables, divided as bod · hran. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bodhran" have?
"bodhran" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bodhran" into syllables?
"bodhran" is divided into syllables as: bod · hran.
What is the Scrabble score for "bodhran"?
The Scrabble score for "bodhran" is 13 points.
Using “bodhran” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bodhran" (bod · hran) 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, “bodhran” 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.