How many syllables in “blushful”?
syllables in "blushful"
Word details
Syllables
2
blus · hful
Letters
8
b · l · u · s · h · f · u · l
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “blushful”
The word “blushful” contains 2 syllables, divided as blus · hful. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blushful" have?
"blushful" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "blushful" into syllables?
"blushful" is divided into syllables as: blus · hful.
What is the Scrabble score for "blushful"?
The Scrabble score for "blushful" is 16 points.
Using “blushful” in writing
Two-syllable words like "blushful" (blus · hful) 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, “blushful” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.