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How many syllables in “bulbul”?

2

syllables in "bulbul"

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Word details

Syllables

2

bul · bul

Letters

6

b · u · l · b · u · l

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
u1
l1
b3
u1
l1

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About the word “bulbul

The word bulbul contains 2 syllables, divided as bul · bul. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "bulbul" have?

"bulbul" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "bulbul" into syllables?

"bulbul" is divided into syllables as: bul · bul.

What is the Scrabble score for "bulbul"?

The Scrabble score for "bulbul" is 10 points.

Using “bulbul” in writing

Two-syllable words like "bulbul" (bul · bul) 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, bulbul 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.

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