How many syllables in “ember”?
syllables in "ember"
Word details
Syllables
2
em · ber
Letters
5
e · m · b · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ember”
The word “ember” contains 2 syllables, divided as em · ber. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ember" have?
"ember" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ember" into syllables?
"ember" is divided into syllables as: em · ber.
What is the Scrabble score for "ember"?
The Scrabble score for "ember" is 9 points.
Using “ember” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ember" (em · 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, “ember” is worth 9 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 “ember”
The letters in “ember” can be rearranged to spell one other word: berme.