How many syllables in “burden”?
syllables in "burden"
Word details
Syllables
2
bur · den
Letters
6
b · u · r · d · e · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “burden”
The word “burden” contains 2 syllables, divided as bur · den. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "burden" have?
"burden" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "burden" into syllables?
"burden" is divided into syllables as: bur · den.
What is the Scrabble score for "burden"?
The Scrabble score for "burden" is 9 points.
Using “burden” in writing
Two-syllable words like "burden" (bur · den) 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, “burden” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “burden”
The letters in “burden” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: burned, unbred.