How many syllables in “fussbudgets”?
syllables in "fussbudgets"
Word details
Syllables
3
fus · sbud · gets
Letters
11
f · u · s · s · b · u · d · g · e · t · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “fussbudgets”
The word “fussbudgets” contains 3 syllables, divided as fus · sbud · gets. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fussbudgets" have?
"fussbudgets" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fussbudgets" into syllables?
"fussbudgets" is divided into syllables as: fus · sbud · gets.
What is the Scrabble score for "fussbudgets"?
The Scrabble score for "fussbudgets" is 18 points.
Using “fussbudgets” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fussbudgets" (fus · sbud · gets) 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, “fussbudgets” 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.