How many syllables in “unburned”?
syllables in "unburned"
Word details
Syllables
2
unbu · rned
Letters
8
u · n · b · u · r · n · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “unburned”
The word “unburned” contains 2 syllables, divided as unbu · rned. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unburned" have?
"unburned" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "unburned" into syllables?
"unburned" is divided into syllables as: unbu · rned.
What is the Scrabble score for "unburned"?
The Scrabble score for "unburned" is 11 points.
Using “unburned” in writing
Two-syllable words like "unburned" (unbu · 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, “unburned” 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 “unburned”
The letters in “unburned” can be rearranged to spell one other word: unburden.