How many syllables in “drumlier”?
syllables in "drumlier"
Word details
Syllables
2
drum · lier
Letters
8
d · r · u · m · l · i · e · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “drumlier”
The word “drumlier” contains 2 syllables, divided as drum · lier. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drumlier" have?
"drumlier" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "drumlier" into syllables?
"drumlier" is divided into syllables as: drum · lier.
What is the Scrabble score for "drumlier"?
The Scrabble score for "drumlier" is 11 points.
Using “drumlier” in writing
Two-syllable words like "drumlier" (drum · lier) 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, “drumlier” is worth 11 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.