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How many syllables in “disbursements”?

4

syllables in "disbursements"

disbursements
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Word details

Syllables

4

dis · bur · se · ments

Letters

13

d · i · s · b · u · r · s · e · m · e · n · t · s

Scrabble

18

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
i1
s1
b3
u1
r1
s1
e1
m3
e1
n1
t1
s1

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About the word “disbursements

The word disbursements contains 4 syllables, divided as dis · bur · se · ments. It has 13 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "disbursements" have?

"disbursements" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "disbursements" into syllables?

"disbursements" is divided into syllables as: dis · bur · se · ments.

What is the Scrabble score for "disbursements"?

The Scrabble score for "disbursements" is 18 points.

Using “disbursements” in writing

Four-syllable words like "disbursements" (dis · bur · se · ments) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, disbursements is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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