How many syllables in “breadthwise”?
syllables in "breadthwise"
Word details
Syllables
2
breadt · hwise
Letters
11
b · r · e · a · d · t · h · w · i · s · e
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “breadthwise”
The word “breadthwise” contains 2 syllables, divided as breadt · hwise. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "breadthwise" have?
"breadthwise" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "breadthwise" into syllables?
"breadthwise" is divided into syllables as: breadt · hwise.
What is the Scrabble score for "breadthwise"?
The Scrabble score for "breadthwise" is 20 points.
Using “breadthwise” in writing
Two-syllable words like "breadthwise" (breadt · hwise) 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, “breadthwise” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “breadthwise”
The letters in “breadthwise” can be rearranged to spell one other word: whitebeards.