How many syllables in bustled?

There are 2 syllables in the word bustled.

See more 2-syllable verbs

Divide bustled into syllables:

bus · tled

How to pronounce bustled:

Definition of bustled:

bustled (verb):: to move briskly and often ostentatiously; to hurry with a great show of energy or activity

Synonyms for bustled:

scuttle swarmed tear bursted overflowed hasten rush buzzed scurry hurry

Show 9 more

Antonyms for bustled:

meandered traipsed wandered droned lolled ambled basked rambled slacked strolled

Show 15 more

Other 2-syllable words like bustled

Here are some other common words that have 2 syllables, like bustled does.

See all 2-syllable words

Syllable Quiz

How many syllables in the word procurement?

Question 1 of 5

Syllable Fun Fact

The English language exhibits a phenomenon called 'schwa deletion', where unstressed syllables are often pronounced as a quick, neutral vowel sound or omitted.

You, too, can become a syllable pro and wow your friends, family, and pets!

Learn more syllable fun facts

Trending words

These words are popular right now. Visit each word to master its syllable count.