How many syllables in “airburst”?
syllables in "airburst"
Word details
Syllables
2
air · burst
Letters
8
a · i · r · b · u · r · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “airburst”
The word “airburst” contains 2 syllables, divided as air · burst. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "airburst" have?
"airburst" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "airburst" into syllables?
"airburst" is divided into syllables as: air · burst.
What is the Scrabble score for "airburst"?
The Scrabble score for "airburst" is 10 points.
Using “airburst” in writing
Two-syllable words like "airburst" (air · burst) 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, “airburst” 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.