How many syllables in “butlery”?
syllables in "butlery"
Word details
Syllables
3
but · le · ry
Letters
7
b · u · t · l · e · r · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “butlery”
The word “butlery” contains 3 syllables, divided as but · le · ry. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "butlery" have?
"butlery" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "butlery" into syllables?
"butlery" is divided into syllables as: but · le · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "butlery"?
The Scrabble score for "butlery" is 12 points.
Using “butlery” in writing
Three-syllable words like "butlery" (but · le · ry) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “butlery” is worth 12 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 “butlery”
The letters in “butlery” can be rearranged to spell one other word: brutely.