How many syllables in “sagebrushes”?
syllables in "sagebrushes"
Word details
Syllables
3
sage · brus · hes
Letters
11
s · a · g · e · b · r · u · s · h · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “sagebrushes”
The word “sagebrushes” contains 3 syllables, divided as sage · brus · hes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sagebrushes" have?
"sagebrushes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sagebrushes" into syllables?
"sagebrushes" is divided into syllables as: sage · brus · hes.
What is the Scrabble score for "sagebrushes"?
The Scrabble score for "sagebrushes" is 17 points.
Using “sagebrushes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sagebrushes" (sage · brus · hes) 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, “sagebrushes” 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.