How many syllables in “furbisher”?
syllables in "furbisher"
Word details
Syllables
3
fur · bis · her
Letters
9
f · u · r · b · i · s · h · e · r
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “furbisher”
The word “furbisher” contains 3 syllables, divided as fur · bis · her. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "furbisher" have?
"furbisher" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "furbisher" into syllables?
"furbisher" is divided into syllables as: fur · bis · her.
What is the Scrabble score for "furbisher"?
The Scrabble score for "furbisher" is 17 points.
Using “furbisher” in writing
Three-syllable words like "furbisher" (fur · bis · her) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “furbisher” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “furbisher”
The letters in “furbisher” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: brushfire, refurbish.