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SUNBURN

/ˈsʌnbɜːn/

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

S 1/1
U 1/2
N 1/2
B 3/4
U 1/2
R 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of SUNBURN

noun

A burn on the skin caused by excess exposure to the sun's rays.

noun

A burn on the tissue of crop plants or their fruits (especially if they are rich in water like tomatoes, grapes, apples, gooseberries) caused by excess exposure to the sun's rays.

verb

To receive a sunburn.

verb

To burn or tan (someone's skin) by the sun; to allow (a part of one's body) to become sunburnt.

Synonyms of SUNBURN

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Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
14
points

Is SUNBURN a Scrabble Word?

Yes, SUNBURN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 14 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of SUNBURN earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 59 points total.

Letter Values for SUNBURN

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter sunburn Total
Scrabble 1113111 9
WWF 1224212 14

How to Use SUNBURN in Word Games

SUNBURN is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since SUNBURN uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 59 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SUNBURN to find 39 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SUNBURN

What does SUNBURN mean?
SUNBURN is a noun. A burn on the skin caused by excess exposure to the sun's rays.
Is SUNBURN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SUNBURN is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SUNBURN worth in Scrabble?
SUNBURN is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from SUNBURN?
You can make 39 words from the letters in SUNBURN. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of SUNBURN?
Synonyms of SUNBURN include: sunscald. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.