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How many syllables in “busied”?

2

syllables in "busied"

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Word details

Syllables

2

bu · sied

Letters

6

b · u · s · i · e · d

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
u1
s1
i1
e1
d2

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About the word “busied

The word busied contains 2 syllables, divided as bu · sied. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "busied" have?

"busied" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "busied" into syllables?

"busied" is divided into syllables as: bu · sied.

What is the Scrabble score for "busied"?

The Scrabble score for "busied" is 9 points.

Using “busied” in writing

Two-syllable words like "busied" (bu · sied) 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, busied is worth 9 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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