How many syllables in “bouillabaisses”?
syllables in "bouillabaisses"
Word details
Syllables
3
bouil · labai · sses
Letters
14
b · o · u · i · l · l · a · b · a · i · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “bouillabaisses”
The word “bouillabaisses” contains 3 syllables, divided as bouil · labai · sses. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bouillabaisses" have?
"bouillabaisses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bouillabaisses" into syllables?
"bouillabaisses" is divided into syllables as: bouil · labai · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "bouillabaisses"?
The Scrabble score for "bouillabaisses" is 18 points.
Using “bouillabaisses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bouillabaisses" (bouil · labai · sses) 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, “bouillabaisses” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.