How many syllables in “strabismuses”?
syllables in "strabismuses"
Word details
Syllables
3
stra · bism · uses
Letters
12
s · t · r · a · b · i · s · m · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “strabismuses”
The word “strabismuses” contains 3 syllables, divided as stra · bism · uses. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "strabismuses" have?
"strabismuses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "strabismuses" into syllables?
"strabismuses" is divided into syllables as: stra · bism · uses.
What is the Scrabble score for "strabismuses"?
The Scrabble score for "strabismuses" is 16 points.
Using “strabismuses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "strabismuses" (stra · bism · 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, “strabismuses” 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.