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How many syllables in “adumbral”?

3

syllables in "adumbral"

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Word details

Syllables

3

a · dum · bral

Letters

8

a · d · u · m · b · r · a · l

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
d2
u1
m3
b3
r1
a1
l1

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About the word “adumbral

The word adumbral contains 3 syllables, divided as a · dum · bral. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "adumbral" have?

"adumbral" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "adumbral" into syllables?

"adumbral" is divided into syllables as: a · dum · bral.

What is the Scrabble score for "adumbral"?

The Scrabble score for "adumbral" is 13 points.

Using “adumbral” in writing

Three-syllable words like "adumbral" (a · dum · bral) 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, adumbral is worth 13 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.

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