How many syllables in “bursae”?
syllables in "bursae"
Word details
Syllables
2
bur · sae
Letters
6
b · u · r · s · a · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “bursae”
The word “bursae” contains 2 syllables, divided as bur · sae. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bursae" have?
"bursae" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bursae" into syllables?
"bursae" is divided into syllables as: bur · sae.
What is the Scrabble score for "bursae"?
The Scrabble score for "bursae" is 8 points.
Using “bursae” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bursae" (bur · sae) 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, “bursae” is worth 8 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 “bursae”
The letters in “bursae” can be rearranged to spell one other word: abuser.