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