How many syllables in “busy”?
syllables in "busy"
Word details
Syllables
2
bu · sy
Letters
4
b · u · s · y
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “busy”
The word “busy” contains 2 syllables, divided as bu · sy. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "busy" have?
"busy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "busy" into syllables?
"busy" is divided into syllables as: bu · sy.
What is the Scrabble score for "busy"?
The Scrabble score for "busy" is 9 points.
Using “busy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "busy" (bu · sy) 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, “busy” 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 “busy”
The letters in “busy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: buys.