How many syllables in “scarabaeuses”?
syllables in "scarabaeuses"
Word details
Syllables
3
scar · abae · uses
Letters
12
s · c · a · r · a · b · a · e · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “scarabaeuses”
The word “scarabaeuses” contains 3 syllables, divided as scar · abae · uses. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scarabaeuses" have?
"scarabaeuses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "scarabaeuses" into syllables?
"scarabaeuses" is divided into syllables as: scar · abae · uses.
What is the Scrabble score for "scarabaeuses"?
The Scrabble score for "scarabaeuses" is 16 points.
Using “scarabaeuses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "scarabaeuses" (scar · abae · uses) 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, “scarabaeuses” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.