How many syllables in “buncombes”?
syllables in "buncombes"
Word details
Syllables
3
bun · com · bes
Letters
9
b · u · n · c · o · m · b · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “buncombes”
The word “buncombes” contains 3 syllables, divided as bun · com · bes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "buncombes" have?
"buncombes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "buncombes" into syllables?
"buncombes" is divided into syllables as: bun · com · bes.
What is the Scrabble score for "buncombes"?
The Scrabble score for "buncombes" is 17 points.
Using “buncombes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "buncombes" (bun · com · bes) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “buncombes” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.