How many syllables in “burd”?
syllable in "burd"
Word details
Syllables
1
burd
Letters
4
b · u · r · d
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “burd”
The word “burd” contains 1 syllable, divided as burd. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "burd" have?
"burd" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "burd" into syllables?
"burd" is divided into syllables as: burd.
What is the Scrabble score for "burd"?
The Scrabble score for "burd" is 7 points.
Using “burd” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "burd" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “burd” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “burd”
The letters in “burd” can be rearranged to spell one other word: drub.