How many syllables in “busier”?
syllables in "busier"
Word details
Syllables
2
bu · sier
Letters
6
b · u · s · i · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “busier”
The word “busier” contains 2 syllables, divided as bu · sier. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "busier" have?
"busier" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "busier" into syllables?
"busier" is divided into syllables as: bu · sier.
What is the Scrabble score for "busier"?
The Scrabble score for "busier" is 8 points.
Using “busier” in writing
Two-syllable words like "busier" (bu · sier) 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, “busier” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “busier”
The letters in “busier” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: bruise, buries, rubies.