How many syllables in “trolleybuses”?
syllables in "trolleybuses"
Word details
Syllables
3
trol · leyb · uses
Letters
12
t · r · o · l · l · e · y · b · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “trolleybuses”
The word “trolleybuses” contains 3 syllables, divided as trol · leyb · uses. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "trolleybuses" have?
"trolleybuses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "trolleybuses" into syllables?
"trolleybuses" is divided into syllables as: trol · leyb · uses.
What is the Scrabble score for "trolleybuses"?
The Scrabble score for "trolleybuses" is 17 points.
Using “trolleybuses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "trolleybuses" (trol · leyb · 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, “trolleybuses” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.