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How many syllables in “burners”?

2

syllables in "burners"

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Word details

Syllables

2

bur · ners

Letters

7

b · u · r · n · e · r · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
u1
r1
n1
e1
r1
s1

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About the word “burners

The word burners contains 2 syllables, divided as bur · ners. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "burners" have?

"burners" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "burners" into syllables?

"burners" is divided into syllables as: bur · ners.

What is the Scrabble score for "burners"?

The Scrabble score for "burners" is 9 points.

Using “burners” in writing

Two-syllable words like "burners" (bur · ners) 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, burners 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.

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