How many syllables in “burliness”?
syllables in "burliness"
Word details
Syllables
3
bur · li · ness
Letters
9
b · u · r · l · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “burliness”
The word “burliness” contains 3 syllables, divided as bur · li · ness. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "burliness" have?
"burliness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "burliness" into syllables?
"burliness" is divided into syllables as: bur · li · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "burliness"?
The Scrabble score for "burliness" is 11 points.
Using “burliness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "burliness" (bur · li · ness) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “burliness” is worth 11 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.