How many syllables in “bolstered”?
syllables in "bolstered"
Word details
Syllables
2
bolst · ered
Letters
9
b · o · l · s · t · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “bolstered”
The word “bolstered” contains 2 syllables, divided as bolst · ered. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bolstered" have?
"bolstered" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bolstered" into syllables?
"bolstered" is divided into syllables as: bolst · ered.
What is the Scrabble score for "bolstered"?
The Scrabble score for "bolstered" is 12 points.
Using “bolstered” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bolstered" (bolst · ered) 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, “bolstered” is worth 12 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 “bolstered”
The letters in “bolstered” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lobstered.