How many syllables in “pushovers”?
syllables in "pushovers"
Word details
Syllables
3
pus · ho · vers
Letters
9
p · u · s · h · o · v · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “pushovers”
The word “pushovers” contains 3 syllables, divided as pus · ho · vers. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pushovers" have?
"pushovers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pushovers" into syllables?
"pushovers" is divided into syllables as: pus · ho · vers.
What is the Scrabble score for "pushovers"?
The Scrabble score for "pushovers" is 17 points.
Using “pushovers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pushovers" (pus · ho · vers) 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, “pushovers” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.