How many syllables in “burg”?
syllable in "burg"
Word details
Syllables
1
burg
Letters
4
b · u · r · g
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “burg”
The word “burg” contains 1 syllable, divided as burg. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "burg" have?
"burg" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "burg" into syllables?
"burg" is divided into syllables as: burg.
What is the Scrabble score for "burg"?
The Scrabble score for "burg" is 7 points.
Using “burg” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "burg" 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, “burg” 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 “burg”
The letters in “burg” can be rearranged to spell one other word: grub.