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How many syllables in “busby”?

2

syllables in "busby"

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Word details

Syllables

2

bus · by

Letters

5

b · u · s · b · y

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
u1
s1
b3
y4

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About the word “busby

The word busby contains 2 syllables, divided as bus · by. It has 5 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "busby" have?

"busby" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "busby" into syllables?

"busby" is divided into syllables as: bus · by.

What is the Scrabble score for "busby"?

The Scrabble score for "busby" is 12 points.

Using “busby” in writing

Two-syllable words like "busby" (bus · by) 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, busby is worth 12 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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