How many syllables in “duma”?
syllables in "duma"
Word details
Syllables
2
du · ma
Letters
4
d · u · m · a
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “duma”
The word “duma” contains 2 syllables, divided as du · ma. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "duma" have?
"duma" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "duma" into syllables?
"duma" is divided into syllables as: du · ma.
What is the Scrabble score for "duma"?
The Scrabble score for "duma" is 7 points.
Using “duma” in writing
Two-syllable words like "duma" (du · ma) 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, “duma” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “duma”
The letters in “duma” can be rearranged to spell one other word: maud.