How many syllables in “trolleybusses”?
syllables in "trolleybusses"
Word details
Syllables
3
troll · eybus · ses
Letters
13
t · r · o · l · l · e · y · b · u · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “trolleybusses”
The word “trolleybusses” contains 3 syllables, divided as troll · eybus · ses. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "trolleybusses" have?
"trolleybusses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "trolleybusses" into syllables?
"trolleybusses" is divided into syllables as: troll · eybus · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "trolleybusses"?
The Scrabble score for "trolleybusses" is 18 points.
Using “trolleybusses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "trolleybusses" (troll · eybus · ses) 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, “trolleybusses” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.