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How many syllables in “bottomland”?

3

syllables in "bottomland"

bottomland
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Word details

Syllables

3

bot · tom · land

Letters

10

b · o · t · t · o · m · l · a · n · d

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
o1
t1
t1
o1
m3
l1
a1
n1
d2

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About the word “bottomland

The word bottomland contains 3 syllables, divided as bot · tom · land. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "bottomland" have?

"bottomland" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "bottomland" into syllables?

"bottomland" is divided into syllables as: bot · tom · land.

What is the Scrabble score for "bottomland"?

The Scrabble score for "bottomland" is 15 points.

Using “bottomland” in writing

Three-syllable words like "bottomland" (bot · tom · land) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, bottomland is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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