How many syllables in “suburbed”?
syllables in "suburbed"
Word details
Syllables
2
subu · rbed
Letters
8
s · u · b · u · r · b · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “suburbed”
The word “suburbed” contains 2 syllables, divided as subu · rbed. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "suburbed" have?
"suburbed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "suburbed" into syllables?
"suburbed" is divided into syllables as: subu · rbed.
What is the Scrabble score for "suburbed"?
The Scrabble score for "suburbed" is 13 points.
Using “suburbed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "suburbed" (subu · rbed) 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, “suburbed” is worth 13 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.