How many syllables in “unburden”?
syllables in "unburden"
Word details
Syllables
3
un · bur · den
Letters
8
u · n · b · u · r · d · e · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “unburden”
The word “unburden” contains 3 syllables, divided as un · bur · den. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unburden" have?
"unburden" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "unburden" into syllables?
"unburden" is divided into syllables as: un · bur · den.
What is the Scrabble score for "unburden"?
The Scrabble score for "unburden" is 11 points.
Using “unburden” in writing
Three-syllable words like "unburden" (un · bur · den) 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, “unburden” 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.
Anagrams of “unburden”
The letters in “unburden” can be rearranged to spell one other word: unburned.