How many syllables in “blockbuster”?
syllables in "blockbuster"
Word details
Syllables
3
bloc · kbu · ster
Letters
11
b · l · o · c · k · b · u · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “blockbuster”
The word “blockbuster” contains 3 syllables, divided as bloc · kbu · ster. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blockbuster" have?
"blockbuster" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blockbuster" into syllables?
"blockbuster" is divided into syllables as: bloc · kbu · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "blockbuster"?
The Scrabble score for "blockbuster" is 21 points.
Using “blockbuster” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blockbuster" (bloc · kbu · ster) 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, “blockbuster” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.