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How many syllables in “bromide”?

2

syllables in "bromide"

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Word details

Syllables

2

brom · ide

Letters

7

b · r · o · m · i · d · e

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
r1
o1
m3
i1
d2
e1

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About the word “bromide

The word bromide contains 2 syllables, divided as brom · ide. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "bromide" have?

"bromide" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "bromide" into syllables?

"bromide" is divided into syllables as: brom · ide.

What is the Scrabble score for "bromide"?

The Scrabble score for "bromide" is 12 points.

Using “bromide” in writing

Two-syllable words like "bromide" (brom · ide) 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, bromide 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.

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