How many syllables in “staggerbushes”?
syllables in "staggerbushes"
Word details
Syllables
3
stagg · erbus · hes
Letters
13
s · t · a · g · g · e · r · b · u · s · h · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “staggerbushes”
The word “staggerbushes” contains 3 syllables, divided as stagg · erbus · hes. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "staggerbushes" have?
"staggerbushes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "staggerbushes" into syllables?
"staggerbushes" is divided into syllables as: stagg · erbus · hes.
What is the Scrabble score for "staggerbushes"?
The Scrabble score for "staggerbushes" is 20 points.
Using “staggerbushes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "staggerbushes" (stagg · erbus · 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, “staggerbushes” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.