How many syllables in “scuttlebutt”?
syllables in "scuttlebutt"
Word details
Syllables
3
scut · tle · butt
Letters
11
s · c · u · t · t · l · e · b · u · t · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “scuttlebutt”
The word “scuttlebutt” contains 3 syllables, divided as scut · tle · butt. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scuttlebutt" have?
"scuttlebutt" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "scuttlebutt" into syllables?
"scuttlebutt" is divided into syllables as: scut · tle · butt.
What is the Scrabble score for "scuttlebutt"?
The Scrabble score for "scuttlebutt" is 15 points.
Using “scuttlebutt” in writing
Three-syllable words like "scuttlebutt" (scut · tle · butt) 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, “scuttlebutt” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.