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How many syllables in “bondman”?

2

syllables in "bondman"

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Word details

Syllables

2

bon · dman

Letters

7

b · o · n · d · m · a · n

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
o1
n1
d2
m3
a1
n1

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About the word “bondman

The word bondman contains 2 syllables, divided as bon · dman. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "bondman" have?

"bondman" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "bondman" into syllables?

"bondman" is divided into syllables as: bon · dman.

What is the Scrabble score for "bondman"?

The Scrabble score for "bondman" is 12 points.

Using “bondman” in writing

Two-syllable words like "bondman" (bon · dman) 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, bondman 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.

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