How many syllables in “succubuses”?
syllables in "succubuses"
Word details
Syllables
3
succ · ubus · es
Letters
10
s · u · c · c · u · b · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “succubuses”
The word “succubuses” contains 3 syllables, divided as succ · ubus · es. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "succubuses" have?
"succubuses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "succubuses" into syllables?
"succubuses" is divided into syllables as: succ · ubus · es.
What is the Scrabble score for "succubuses"?
The Scrabble score for "succubuses" is 16 points.
Using “succubuses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "succubuses" (succ · ubus · es) 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, “succubuses” 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.