How many syllables in “suburb”?
syllables in "suburb"
Word details
Syllables
2
su · burb
Letters
6
s · u · b · u · r · b
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “suburb”
The word “suburb” contains 2 syllables, divided as su · burb. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "suburb" have?
"suburb" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "suburb" into syllables?
"suburb" is divided into syllables as: su · burb.
What is the Scrabble score for "suburb"?
The Scrabble score for "suburb" is 10 points.
Using “suburb” in writing
Two-syllable words like "suburb" (su · burb) 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, “suburb” is worth 10 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.