How many syllables in “buoy”?
1
syllable in "buoy"
buoy
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Word details
Syllables
1
buoy
Letters
4
b · u · o · y
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
b3
u1
o1
y4
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About the word “buoy”
The word “buoy” contains 1 syllable, divided as buoy. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "buoy" have?
"buoy" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "buoy" into syllables?
"buoy" is divided into syllables as: buoy.
What is the Scrabble score for "buoy"?
The Scrabble score for "buoy" is 9 points.
Using “buoy” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "buoy" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “buoy” is worth 9 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.