How many syllables in “jitterbugs”?
syllables in "jitterbugs"
Word details
Syllables
3
jit · ter · bugs
Letters
10
j · i · t · t · e · r · b · u · g · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “jitterbugs”
The word “jitterbugs” contains 3 syllables, divided as jit · ter · bugs. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jitterbugs" have?
"jitterbugs" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "jitterbugs" into syllables?
"jitterbugs" is divided into syllables as: jit · ter · bugs.
What is the Scrabble score for "jitterbugs"?
The Scrabble score for "jitterbugs" is 20 points.
Using “jitterbugs” in writing
Three-syllable words like "jitterbugs" (jit · ter · bugs) 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, “jitterbugs” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.