How many syllables in “airbrushing”?
syllables in "airbrushing"
Word details
Syllables
3
air · brus · hing
Letters
11
a · i · r · b · r · u · s · h · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “airbrushing”
The word “airbrushing” contains 3 syllables, divided as air · brus · hing. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "airbrushing" have?
"airbrushing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "airbrushing" into syllables?
"airbrushing" is divided into syllables as: air · brus · hing.
What is the Scrabble score for "airbrushing"?
The Scrabble score for "airbrushing" is 17 points.
Using “airbrushing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "airbrushing" (air · brus · hing) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “airbrushing” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.