How many syllables in “robust”?
syllables in "robust"
Word details
Syllables
2
ro · bust
Letters
6
r · o · b · u · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “robust”
The word “robust” contains 2 syllables, divided as ro · bust. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "robust" have?
"robust" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "robust" into syllables?
"robust" is divided into syllables as: ro · bust.
What is the Scrabble score for "robust"?
The Scrabble score for "robust" is 8 points.
Using “robust” in writing
Two-syllable words like "robust" (ro · bust) 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, “robust” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “robust”
The letters in “robust” can be rearranged to spell one other word: turbos.