How many syllables in “budges”?
syllables in "budges"
Word details
Syllables
2
bud · ges
Letters
6
b · u · d · g · e · s
Scrabble
10
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About the word “budges”
The word “budges” contains 2 syllables, divided as bud · ges. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "budges" have?
"budges" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "budges" into syllables?
"budges" is divided into syllables as: bud · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "budges"?
The Scrabble score for "budges" is 10 points.
Using “budges” in writing
Two-syllable words like "budges" (bud · ges) 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, “budges” is worth 10 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.
Anagrams of “budges”
The letters in “budges” can be rearranged to spell one other word: debugs.