How many syllables in “bushwhacker”?
syllables in "bushwhacker"
Word details
Syllables
3
bush · whac · ker
Letters
11
b · u · s · h · w · h · a · c · k · e · r
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “bushwhacker”
The word “bushwhacker” contains 3 syllables, divided as bush · whac · ker. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bushwhacker" have?
"bushwhacker" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bushwhacker" into syllables?
"bushwhacker" is divided into syllables as: bush · whac · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "bushwhacker"?
The Scrabble score for "bushwhacker" is 28 points.
Using “bushwhacker” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bushwhacker" (bush · whac · ker) 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, “bushwhacker” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.