How many syllables in “rebus”?
syllables in "rebus"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · bus
Letters
5
r · e · b · u · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “rebus”
The word “rebus” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · bus. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rebus" have?
"rebus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rebus" into syllables?
"rebus" is divided into syllables as: re · bus.
What is the Scrabble score for "rebus"?
The Scrabble score for "rebus" is 7 points.
Using “rebus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rebus" (re · bus) 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, “rebus” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “rebus”
The letters in “rebus” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: burse, rubes, suber.