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How many syllables in “busbars”?

2

syllables in "busbars"

busbars
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Word details

Syllables

2

bus · bars

Letters

7

b · u · s · b · a · r · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
u1
s1
b3
a1
r1
s1

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About the word “busbars

The word busbars contains 2 syllables, divided as bus · bars. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "busbars" have?

"busbars" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "busbars" into syllables?

"busbars" is divided into syllables as: bus · bars.

What is the Scrabble score for "busbars"?

The Scrabble score for "busbars" is 11 points.

Using “busbars” in writing

Two-syllable words like "busbars" (bus · bars) 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, busbars is worth 11 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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