How many syllables in “cloudburst”?
syllables in "cloudburst"
Word details
Syllables
2
cloud · burst
Letters
10
c · l · o · u · d · b · u · r · s · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “cloudburst”
The word “cloudburst” contains 2 syllables, divided as cloud · burst. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cloudburst" have?
"cloudburst" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cloudburst" into syllables?
"cloudburst" is divided into syllables as: cloud · burst.
What is the Scrabble score for "cloudburst"?
The Scrabble score for "cloudburst" is 15 points.
Using “cloudburst” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cloudburst" (cloud · burst) 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, “cloudburst” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.