How many syllables in “broadtail”?
syllables in "broadtail"
Word details
Syllables
2
broad · tail
Letters
9
b · r · o · a · d · t · a · i · l
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “broadtail”
The word “broadtail” contains 2 syllables, divided as broad · tail. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "broadtail" have?
"broadtail" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "broadtail" into syllables?
"broadtail" is divided into syllables as: broad · tail.
What is the Scrabble score for "broadtail"?
The Scrabble score for "broadtail" is 12 points.
Using “broadtail” in writing
Two-syllable words like "broadtail" (broad · tail) 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, “broadtail” is worth 12 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 “broadtail”
The letters in “broadtail” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tailboard.