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How many syllables in “husbands”?

2

syllables in "husbands"

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Word details

Syllables

2

hus · bands

Letters

8

h · u · s · b · a · n · d · s

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
u1
s1
b3
a1
n1
d2
s1

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About the word “husbands

The word husbands contains 2 syllables, divided as hus · bands. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "husbands" have?

"husbands" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "husbands" into syllables?

"husbands" is divided into syllables as: hus · bands.

What is the Scrabble score for "husbands"?

The Scrabble score for "husbands" is 14 points.

Using “husbands” in writing

Two-syllable words like "husbands" (hus · bands) 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, husbands is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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