How many syllables in “windburns”?
syllables in "windburns"
Word details
Syllables
2
win · dburns
Letters
9
w · i · n · d · b · u · r · n · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “windburns”
The word “windburns” contains 2 syllables, divided as win · dburns. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windburns" have?
"windburns" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windburns" into syllables?
"windburns" is divided into syllables as: win · dburns.
What is the Scrabble score for "windburns"?
The Scrabble score for "windburns" is 15 points.
Using “windburns” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windburns" (win · dburns) 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, “windburns” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.