How many syllables in “buildup”?
syllables in "buildup"
Word details
Syllables
2
buil · dup
Letters
7
b · u · i · l · d · u · p
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “buildup”
The word “buildup” contains 2 syllables, divided as buil · dup. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "buildup" have?
"buildup" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "buildup" into syllables?
"buildup" is divided into syllables as: buil · dup.
What is the Scrabble score for "buildup"?
The Scrabble score for "buildup" is 12 points.
Using “buildup” in writing
Two-syllable words like "buildup" (buil · dup) 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, “buildup” is worth 12 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 “buildup”
The letters in “buildup” can be rearranged to spell one other word: upbuild.