How many syllables in “burnishings”?
syllables in "burnishings"
Word details
Syllables
3
bur · nis · hings
Letters
11
b · u · r · n · i · s · h · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “burnishings”
The word “burnishings” contains 3 syllables, divided as bur · nis · hings. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "burnishings" have?
"burnishings" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "burnishings" into syllables?
"burnishings" is divided into syllables as: bur · nis · hings.
What is the Scrabble score for "burnishings"?
The Scrabble score for "burnishings" is 17 points.
Using “burnishings” in writing
Three-syllable words like "burnishings" (bur · nis · hings) 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, “burnishings” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.