How many syllables in “breastbone”?
syllables in "breastbone"
Word details
Syllables
2
breas · tbone
Letters
10
b · r · e · a · s · t · b · o · n · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “breastbone”
The word “breastbone” contains 2 syllables, divided as breas · tbone. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "breastbone" have?
"breastbone" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "breastbone" into syllables?
"breastbone" is divided into syllables as: breas · tbone.
What is the Scrabble score for "breastbone"?
The Scrabble score for "breastbone" is 14 points.
Using “breastbone” in writing
Two-syllable words like "breastbone" (breas · tbone) 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, “breastbone” is worth 14 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.