How many syllables in “airborne”?
syllables in "airborne"
Word details
Syllables
2
airb · orne
Letters
8
a · i · r · b · o · r · n · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “airborne”
The word “airborne” contains 2 syllables, divided as airb · orne. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "airborne" have?
"airborne" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "airborne" into syllables?
"airborne" is divided into syllables as: airb · orne.
What is the Scrabble score for "airborne"?
The Scrabble score for "airborne" is 10 points.
Using “airborne” in writing
Two-syllable words like "airborne" (airb · orne) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “airborne” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.