How many syllables in “husbandries”?
syllables in "husbandries"
Word details
Syllables
3
hus · ban · dries
Letters
11
h · u · s · b · a · n · d · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “husbandries”
The word “husbandries” contains 3 syllables, divided as hus · ban · dries. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "husbandries" have?
"husbandries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "husbandries" into syllables?
"husbandries" is divided into syllables as: hus · ban · dries.
What is the Scrabble score for "husbandries"?
The Scrabble score for "husbandries" is 17 points.
Using “husbandries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "husbandries" (hus · ban · dries) 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, “husbandries” 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.