How many syllables in “sunburns”?
syllables in "sunburns"
Word details
Syllables
2
sun · burns
Letters
8
s · u · n · b · u · r · n · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “sunburns”
The word “sunburns” contains 2 syllables, divided as sun · burns. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sunburns" have?
"sunburns" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sunburns" into syllables?
"sunburns" is divided into syllables as: sun · burns.
What is the Scrabble score for "sunburns"?
The Scrabble score for "sunburns" is 10 points.
Using “sunburns” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sunburns" (sun · burns) 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, “sunburns” 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.