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How many syllables in “disbursed”?

2

syllables in "disbursed"

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Word details

Syllables

2

disbu · rsed

Letters

9

d · i · s · b · u · r · s · e · d

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
i1
s1
b3
u1
r1
s1
e1
d2

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About the word “disbursed

The word disbursed contains 2 syllables, divided as disbu · rsed. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "disbursed" have?

"disbursed" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "disbursed" into syllables?

"disbursed" is divided into syllables as: disbu · rsed.

What is the Scrabble score for "disbursed"?

The Scrabble score for "disbursed" is 13 points.

Using “disbursed” in writing

Two-syllable words like "disbursed" (disbu · rsed) 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, disbursed is worth 13 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.

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