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How many syllables in “funguses”?

2

syllables in "funguses"

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Word details

Syllables

2

fung · uses

Letters

8

f · u · n · g · u · s · e · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
u1
n1
g2
u1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “funguses

The word funguses contains 2 syllables, divided as fung · uses. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "funguses" have?

"funguses" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "funguses" into syllables?

"funguses" is divided into syllables as: fung · uses.

What is the Scrabble score for "funguses"?

The Scrabble score for "funguses" is 12 points.

Using “funguses” in writing

Two-syllable words like "funguses" (fung · uses) 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, funguses is worth 12 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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