How many syllables in “lambaste”?
syllables in "lambaste"
Word details
Syllables
2
lamb · aste
Letters
8
l · a · m · b · a · s · t · e
Scrabble
12
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “lambaste”
The word “lambaste” contains 2 syllables, divided as lamb · aste. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lambaste" have?
"lambaste" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lambaste" into syllables?
"lambaste" is divided into syllables as: lamb · aste.
What is the Scrabble score for "lambaste"?
The Scrabble score for "lambaste" is 12 points.
Using “lambaste” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lambaste" (lamb · aste) 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, “lambaste” 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 “lambaste”
The letters in “lambaste” can be rearranged to spell one other word: blastema.