How many syllables in “flashbulbs”?
syllables in "flashbulbs"
Word details
Syllables
2
flas · hbulbs
Letters
10
f · l · a · s · h · b · u · l · b · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “flashbulbs”
The word “flashbulbs” contains 2 syllables, divided as flas · hbulbs. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flashbulbs" have?
"flashbulbs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "flashbulbs" into syllables?
"flashbulbs" is divided into syllables as: flas · hbulbs.
What is the Scrabble score for "flashbulbs"?
The Scrabble score for "flashbulbs" is 20 points.
Using “flashbulbs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "flashbulbs" (flas · hbulbs) 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, “flashbulbs” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.