How many syllables in “rebuffed”?
syllables in "rebuffed"
Word details
Syllables
2
rebu · ffed
Letters
8
r · e · b · u · f · f · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “rebuffed”
The word “rebuffed” contains 2 syllables, divided as rebu · ffed. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rebuffed" have?
"rebuffed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rebuffed" into syllables?
"rebuffed" is divided into syllables as: rebu · ffed.
What is the Scrabble score for "rebuffed"?
The Scrabble score for "rebuffed" is 17 points.
Using “rebuffed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rebuffed" (rebu · ffed) 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, “rebuffed” 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.
Anagrams of “rebuffed”
The letters in “rebuffed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: buffered.