How many syllables in “outburn”?
syllables in "outburn"
Word details
Syllables
2
out · burn
Letters
7
o · u · t · b · u · r · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “outburn”
The word “outburn” contains 2 syllables, divided as out · burn. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outburn" have?
"outburn" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outburn" into syllables?
"outburn" is divided into syllables as: out · burn.
What is the Scrabble score for "outburn"?
The Scrabble score for "outburn" is 9 points.
Using “outburn” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outburn" (out · burn) 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, “outburn” 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.
Anagrams of “outburn”
The letters in “outburn” can be rearranged to spell one other word: burnout.