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How many syllables in “flashbulb”?

2

syllables in "flashbulb"

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Word details

Syllables

2

flas · hbulb

Letters

9

f · l · a · s · h · b · u · l · b

Scrabble

19

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
l1
a1
s1
h4
b3
u1
l1
b3

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About the word “flashbulb

The word flashbulb contains 2 syllables, divided as flas · hbulb. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "flashbulb" have?

"flashbulb" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "flashbulb" into syllables?

"flashbulb" is divided into syllables as: flas · hbulb.

What is the Scrabble score for "flashbulb"?

The Scrabble score for "flashbulb" is 19 points.

Using “flashbulb” in writing

Two-syllable words like "flashbulb" (flas · hbulb) 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, flashbulb is worth 19 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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