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