How many syllables in “broadside”?
syllables in "broadside"
Word details
Syllables
2
broad · side
Letters
9
b · r · o · a · d · s · i · d · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “broadside”
The word “broadside” contains 2 syllables, divided as broad · side. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "broadside" have?
"broadside" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "broadside" into syllables?
"broadside" is divided into syllables as: broad · side.
What is the Scrabble score for "broadside"?
The Scrabble score for "broadside" is 13 points.
Using “broadside” in writing
Two-syllable words like "broadside" (broad · side) 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, “broadside” is worth 13 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 “broadside”
The letters in “broadside” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sideboard.