How many syllables in “hobblebushes”?
syllables in "hobblebushes"
Word details
Syllables
3
hobb · lebu · shes
Letters
12
h · o · b · b · l · e · b · u · s · h · e · s
Scrabble
24
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About the word “hobblebushes”
The word “hobblebushes” contains 3 syllables, divided as hobb · lebu · shes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hobblebushes" have?
"hobblebushes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hobblebushes" into syllables?
"hobblebushes" is divided into syllables as: hobb · lebu · shes.
What is the Scrabble score for "hobblebushes"?
The Scrabble score for "hobblebushes" is 24 points.
Using “hobblebushes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hobblebushes" (hobb · lebu · shes) 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, “hobblebushes” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.