How many syllables in “suburbs”?
syllables in "suburbs"
Word details
Syllables
2
su · burbs
Letters
7
s · u · b · u · r · b · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “suburbs”
The word “suburbs” contains 2 syllables, divided as su · burbs. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "suburbs" have?
"suburbs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "suburbs" into syllables?
"suburbs" is divided into syllables as: su · burbs.
What is the Scrabble score for "suburbs"?
The Scrabble score for "suburbs" is 11 points.
Using “suburbs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "suburbs" (su · burbs) 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, “suburbs” is worth 11 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.