How many syllables in “combustive”?
syllables in "combustive"
Word details
Syllables
3
comb · usti · ve
Letters
10
c · o · m · b · u · s · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “combustive”
The word “combustive” contains 3 syllables, divided as comb · usti · ve. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "combustive" have?
"combustive" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "combustive" into syllables?
"combustive" is divided into syllables as: comb · usti · ve.
What is the Scrabble score for "combustive"?
The Scrabble score for "combustive" is 19 points.
Using “combustive” in writing
Three-syllable words like "combustive" (comb · usti · ve) 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, “combustive” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.