How many syllables in “babushkas”?
syllables in "babushkas"
Word details
Syllables
3
ba · bus · hkas
Letters
9
b · a · b · u · s · h · k · a · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “babushkas”
The word “babushkas” contains 3 syllables, divided as ba · bus · hkas. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "babushkas" have?
"babushkas" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "babushkas" into syllables?
"babushkas" is divided into syllables as: ba · bus · hkas.
What is the Scrabble score for "babushkas"?
The Scrabble score for "babushkas" is 20 points.
Using “babushkas” in writing
Three-syllable words like "babushkas" (ba · bus · hkas) 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, “babushkas” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.