How many syllables in “sunburned”?
syllables in "sunburned"
Word details
Syllables
2
sunbu · rned
Letters
9
s · u · n · b · u · r · n · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “sunburned”
The word “sunburned” contains 2 syllables, divided as sunbu · rned. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sunburned" have?
"sunburned" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sunburned" into syllables?
"sunburned" is divided into syllables as: sunbu · rned.
What is the Scrabble score for "sunburned"?
The Scrabble score for "sunburned" is 12 points.
Using “sunburned” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sunburned" (sunbu · rned) 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, “sunburned” 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.
Anagrams of “sunburned”
The letters in “sunburned” can be rearranged to spell one other word: unburdens.