How many syllables in “businessperson”?
syllables in "businessperson"
Word details
Syllables
5
bu · si · nes · sper · son
Letters
14
b · u · s · i · n · e · s · s · p · e · r · s · o · n
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “businessperson”
The word “businessperson” contains 5 syllables, divided as bu · si · nes · sper · son. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "businessperson" have?
"businessperson" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "businessperson" into syllables?
"businessperson" is divided into syllables as: bu · si · nes · sper · son.
What is the Scrabble score for "businessperson"?
The Scrabble score for "businessperson" is 18 points.
Using “businessperson” in writing
"businessperson" (bu · si · nes · sper · son) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “businessperson” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.