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How many syllables in “arbuscles”?

3

syllables in "arbuscles"

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Word details

Syllables

3

ar · bus · cles

Letters

9

a · r · b · u · s · c · l · e · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
r1
b3
u1
s1
c3
l1
e1
s1

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About the word “arbuscles

The word arbuscles contains 3 syllables, divided as ar · bus · cles. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "arbuscles" have?

"arbuscles" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "arbuscles" into syllables?

"arbuscles" is divided into syllables as: ar · bus · cles.

What is the Scrabble score for "arbuscles"?

The Scrabble score for "arbuscles" is 13 points.

Using “arbuscles” in writing

Three-syllable words like "arbuscles" (ar · bus · cles) 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, arbuscles is worth 13 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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