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How many syllables in “bribery”?

3

syllables in "bribery"

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Word details

Syllables

3

bri · be · ry

Letters

7

b · r · i · b · e · r · y

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
r1
i1
b3
e1
r1
y4

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About the word “bribery

The word bribery contains 3 syllables, divided as bri · be · ry. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "bribery" have?

"bribery" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "bribery" into syllables?

"bribery" is divided into syllables as: bri · be · ry.

What is the Scrabble score for "bribery"?

The Scrabble score for "bribery" is 14 points.

Using “bribery” in writing

Three-syllable words like "bribery" (bri · be · ry) 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, bribery is worth 14 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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