How many syllables in “refurbish”?
syllables in "refurbish"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · fur · bish
Letters
9
r · e · f · u · r · b · i · s · h
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “refurbish”
The word “refurbish” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · fur · bish. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "refurbish" have?
"refurbish" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "refurbish" into syllables?
"refurbish" is divided into syllables as: re · fur · bish.
What is the Scrabble score for "refurbish"?
The Scrabble score for "refurbish" is 17 points.
Using “refurbish” in writing
Three-syllable words like "refurbish" (re · fur · bish) 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, “refurbish” 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 “refurbish”
The letters in “refurbish” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: brushfire, furbisher.