How many syllables in “politburo”?
syllables in "politburo"
Word details
Syllables
4
po · lit · bu · ro
Letters
9
p · o · l · i · t · b · u · r · o
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “politburo”
The word “politburo” contains 4 syllables, divided as po · lit · bu · ro. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "politburo" have?
"politburo" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "politburo" into syllables?
"politburo" is divided into syllables as: po · lit · bu · ro.
What is the Scrabble score for "politburo"?
The Scrabble score for "politburo" is 13 points.
Using “politburo” in writing
Four-syllable words like "politburo" (po · lit · bu · ro) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “politburo” is worth 13 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.