How many syllables in “budget”?
syllables in "budget"
Word details
Syllables
2
bud · get
Letters
6
b · u · d · g · e · t
Scrabble
10
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About the word “budget”
The word “budget” contains 2 syllables, divided as bud · get. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "budget" have?
"budget" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "budget" into syllables?
"budget" is divided into syllables as: bud · get.
What is the Scrabble score for "budget"?
The Scrabble score for "budget" is 10 points.
Using “budget” in writing
Two-syllable words like "budget" (bud · get) 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, “budget” 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.