How many syllables in “bushings”?
syllables in "bushings"
Word details
Syllables
2
bus · hings
Letters
8
b · u · s · h · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “bushings”
The word “bushings” contains 2 syllables, divided as bus · hings. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bushings" have?
"bushings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bushings" into syllables?
"bushings" is divided into syllables as: bus · hings.
What is the Scrabble score for "bushings"?
The Scrabble score for "bushings" is 14 points.
Using “bushings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bushings" (bus · hings) 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, “bushings” is worth 14 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.