How many syllables in “combusting”?
syllables in "combusting"
Word details
Syllables
3
com · bu · sting
Letters
10
c · o · m · b · u · s · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “combusting”
The word “combusting” contains 3 syllables, divided as com · bu · sting. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "combusting" have?
"combusting" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "combusting" into syllables?
"combusting" is divided into syllables as: com · bu · sting.
What is the Scrabble score for "combusting"?
The Scrabble score for "combusting" is 17 points.
Using “combusting” in writing
Three-syllable words like "combusting" (com · bu · sting) 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, “combusting” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.