How many syllables in “brushbacks”?
syllables in "brushbacks"
Word details
Syllables
2
brus · hbacks
Letters
10
b · r · u · s · h · b · a · c · k · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “brushbacks”
The word “brushbacks” contains 2 syllables, divided as brus · hbacks. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brushbacks" have?
"brushbacks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "brushbacks" into syllables?
"brushbacks" is divided into syllables as: brus · hbacks.
What is the Scrabble score for "brushbacks"?
The Scrabble score for "brushbacks" is 23 points.
Using “brushbacks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "brushbacks" (brus · hbacks) 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, “brushbacks” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.