How many syllables in “burnt”?
syllable in "burnt"
Word details
Syllables
1
burnt
Letters
5
b · u · r · n · t
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “burnt”
The word “burnt” contains 1 syllable, divided as burnt. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "burnt" have?
"burnt" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "burnt" into syllables?
"burnt" is divided into syllables as: burnt.
What is the Scrabble score for "burnt"?
The Scrabble score for "burnt" is 7 points.
Using “burnt” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "burnt" 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, “burnt” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “burnt”
The letters in “burnt” can be rearranged to spell one other word: brunt.