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How many syllables in “mushers”?

2

syllables in "mushers"

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Word details

Syllables

2

mus · hers

Letters

7

m · u · s · h · e · r · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
u1
s1
h4
e1
r1
s1

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About the word “mushers

The word mushers contains 2 syllables, divided as mus · hers. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "mushers" have?

"mushers" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "mushers" into syllables?

"mushers" is divided into syllables as: mus · hers.

What is the Scrabble score for "mushers"?

The Scrabble score for "mushers" is 12 points.

Using “mushers” in writing

Two-syllable words like "mushers" (mus · hers) 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, mushers is worth 12 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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