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How many syllables in “bollards”?

2

syllables in "bollards"

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Word details

Syllables

2

bol · lards

Letters

8

b · o · l · l · a · r · d · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
o1
l1
l1
a1
r1
d2
s1

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About the word “bollards

The word bollards contains 2 syllables, divided as bol · lards. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "bollards" have?

"bollards" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "bollards" into syllables?

"bollards" is divided into syllables as: bol · lards.

What is the Scrabble score for "bollards"?

The Scrabble score for "bollards" is 11 points.

Using “bollards” in writing

Two-syllable words like "bollards" (bol · lards) 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, bollards is worth 11 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.

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