How many syllables in “abut”?
syllables in "abut"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · but
Letters
4
a · b · u · t
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “abut”
The word “abut” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · but. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abut" have?
"abut" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "abut" into syllables?
"abut" is divided into syllables as: a · but.
What is the Scrabble score for "abut"?
The Scrabble score for "abut" is 6 points.
Using “abut” in writing
Two-syllable words like "abut" (a · but) 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, “abut” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “abut”
The letters in “abut” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: tabu, tuba.