How many syllables in “passersby”?
syllables in "passersby"
Word details
Syllables
3
pas · ser · sby
Letters
9
p · a · s · s · e · r · s · b · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “passersby”
The word “passersby” contains 3 syllables, divided as pas · ser · sby. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "passersby" have?
"passersby" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "passersby" into syllables?
"passersby" is divided into syllables as: pas · ser · sby.
What is the Scrabble score for "passersby"?
The Scrabble score for "passersby" is 16 points.
Using “passersby” in writing
Three-syllable words like "passersby" (pas · ser · sby) 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, “passersby” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.