How many syllables in “filibustered”?
syllables in "filibustered"
Word details
Syllables
4
fil · ibu · ste · red
Letters
12
f · i · l · i · b · u · s · t · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
18
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About the word “filibustered”
The word “filibustered” contains 4 syllables, divided as fil · ibu · ste · red. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "filibustered" have?
"filibustered" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "filibustered" into syllables?
"filibustered" is divided into syllables as: fil · ibu · ste · red.
What is the Scrabble score for "filibustered"?
The Scrabble score for "filibustered" is 18 points.
Using “filibustered” in writing
Four-syllable words like "filibustered" (fil · ibu · ste · red) 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, “filibustered” 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.