How many syllables in “bustier”?
syllables in "bustier"
Word details
Syllables
2
bu · stier
Letters
7
b · u · s · t · i · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “bustier”
The word “bustier” contains 2 syllables, divided as bu · stier. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bustier" have?
"bustier" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bustier" into syllables?
"bustier" is divided into syllables as: bu · stier.
What is the Scrabble score for "bustier"?
The Scrabble score for "bustier" is 9 points.
Using “bustier” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bustier" (bu · stier) 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, “bustier” 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.
Anagrams of “bustier”
The letters in “bustier” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rubiest.