How many syllables in “bushido”?
syllables in "bushido"
Word details
Syllables
3
bus · hi · do
Letters
7
b · u · s · h · i · d · o
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “bushido”
The word “bushido” contains 3 syllables, divided as bus · hi · do. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bushido" have?
"bushido" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bushido" into syllables?
"bushido" is divided into syllables as: bus · hi · do.
What is the Scrabble score for "bushido"?
The Scrabble score for "bushido" is 13 points.
Using “bushido” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bushido" (bus · hi · do) 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, “bushido” 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.