How many syllables in “suburbia”?
syllables in "suburbia"
Word details
Syllables
3
su · bur · bia
Letters
8
s · u · b · u · r · b · i · a
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “suburbia”
The word “suburbia” contains 3 syllables, divided as su · bur · bia. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "suburbia" have?
"suburbia" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "suburbia" into syllables?
"suburbia" is divided into syllables as: su · bur · bia.
What is the Scrabble score for "suburbia"?
The Scrabble score for "suburbia" is 12 points.
Using “suburbia” in writing
Three-syllable words like "suburbia" (su · bur · bia) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “suburbia” is worth 12 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.