How many syllables in “bosom”?
syllables in "bosom"
Word details
Syllables
2
bo · som
Letters
5
b · o · s · o · m
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “bosom”
The word “bosom” contains 2 syllables, divided as bo · som. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bosom" have?
"bosom" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bosom" into syllables?
"bosom" is divided into syllables as: bo · som.
What is the Scrabble score for "bosom"?
The Scrabble score for "bosom" is 9 points.
Using “bosom” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bosom" (bo · som) 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, “bosom” is worth 9 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 “bosom”
The letters in “bosom” can be rearranged to spell one other word: booms.