How many syllables in “button”?
syllables in "button"
Word details
Syllables
2
but · ton
Letters
6
b · u · t · t · o · n
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “button”
The word “button” contains 2 syllables, divided as but · ton. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "button" have?
"button" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "button" into syllables?
"button" is divided into syllables as: but · ton.
What is the Scrabble score for "button"?
The Scrabble score for "button" is 8 points.
Using “button” in writing
Two-syllable words like "button" (but · ton) 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, “button” 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.