How many syllables in “combustor”?
syllables in "combustor"
Word details
Syllables
3
com · bu · stor
Letters
9
c · o · m · b · u · s · t · o · r
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “combustor”
The word “combustor” contains 3 syllables, divided as com · bu · stor. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "combustor" have?
"combustor" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "combustor" into syllables?
"combustor" is divided into syllables as: com · bu · stor.
What is the Scrabble score for "combustor"?
The Scrabble score for "combustor" is 15 points.
Using “combustor” in writing
Three-syllable words like "combustor" (com · bu · stor) 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, “combustor” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.