How many syllables in “busboy”?
syllables in "busboy"
Word details
Syllables
2
bus · boy
Letters
6
b · u · s · b · o · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “busboy”
The word “busboy” contains 2 syllables, divided as bus · boy. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "busboy" have?
"busboy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "busboy" into syllables?
"busboy" is divided into syllables as: bus · boy.
What is the Scrabble score for "busboy"?
The Scrabble score for "busboy" is 13 points.
Using “busboy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "busboy" (bus · boy) 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, “busboy” is worth 13 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.