How many syllables in “bushmen”?
syllables in "bushmen"
Word details
Syllables
2
bus · hmen
Letters
7
b · u · s · h · m · e · n
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “bushmen”
The word “bushmen” contains 2 syllables, divided as bus · hmen. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bushmen" have?
"bushmen" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bushmen" into syllables?
"bushmen" is divided into syllables as: bus · hmen.
What is the Scrabble score for "bushmen"?
The Scrabble score for "bushmen" is 14 points.
Using “bushmen” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bushmen" (bus · hmen) 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, “bushmen” 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.