How many syllables in “bomber”?
syllables in "bomber"
Word details
Syllables
2
bom · ber
Letters
6
b · o · m · b · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “bomber”
The word “bomber” contains 2 syllables, divided as bom · ber. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bomber" have?
"bomber" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bomber" into syllables?
"bomber" is divided into syllables as: bom · ber.
What is the Scrabble score for "bomber"?
The Scrabble score for "bomber" is 12 points.
Using “bomber” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bomber" (bom · ber) 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, “bomber” is worth 12 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 “bomber”
The letters in “bomber” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mobber.