How many syllables in “furbished”?
syllables in "furbished"
Word details
Syllables
2
furbi · shed
Letters
9
f · u · r · b · i · s · h · e · d
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “furbished”
The word “furbished” contains 2 syllables, divided as furbi · shed. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "furbished" have?
"furbished" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "furbished" into syllables?
"furbished" is divided into syllables as: furbi · shed.
What is the Scrabble score for "furbished"?
The Scrabble score for "furbished" is 18 points.
Using “furbished” in writing
Two-syllable words like "furbished" (furbi · shed) 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, “furbished” 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.