How many syllables in “burgs”?
syllable in "burgs"
Word details
Syllables
1
burgs
Letters
5
b · u · r · g · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “burgs”
The word “burgs” contains 1 syllable, divided as burgs. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "burgs" have?
"burgs" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "burgs" into syllables?
"burgs" is divided into syllables as: burgs.
What is the Scrabble score for "burgs"?
The Scrabble score for "burgs" is 8 points.
Using “burgs” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "burgs" 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, “burgs” is worth 8 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 “burgs”
The letters in “burgs” can be rearranged to spell one other word: grubs.