How many syllables in “buybacks”?
syllables in "buybacks"
Word details
Syllables
2
buy · backs
Letters
8
b · u · y · b · a · c · k · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “buybacks”
The word “buybacks” contains 2 syllables, divided as buy · backs. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "buybacks" have?
"buybacks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "buybacks" into syllables?
"buybacks" is divided into syllables as: buy · backs.
What is the Scrabble score for "buybacks"?
The Scrabble score for "buybacks" is 21 points.
Using “buybacks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "buybacks" (buy · backs) 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, “buybacks” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.