How many syllables in “windburned”?
syllables in "windburned"
Word details
Syllables
2
windb · urned
Letters
10
w · i · n · d · b · u · r · n · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “windburned”
The word “windburned” contains 2 syllables, divided as windb · urned. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windburned" have?
"windburned" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windburned" into syllables?
"windburned" is divided into syllables as: windb · urned.
What is the Scrabble score for "windburned"?
The Scrabble score for "windburned" is 17 points.
Using “windburned” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windburned" (windb · urned) 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, “windburned” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.