How many syllables in “debug”?
syllables in "debug"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · bug
Letters
5
d · e · b · u · g
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “debug”
The word “debug” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · bug. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "debug" have?
"debug" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "debug" into syllables?
"debug" is divided into syllables as: de · bug.
What is the Scrabble score for "debug"?
The Scrabble score for "debug" is 9 points.
Using “debug” in writing
Two-syllable words like "debug" (de · bug) 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, “debug” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “debug”
The letters in “debug” can be rearranged to spell one other word: budge.