How many syllables in “fume”?
1
syllable in "fume"
fume
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Word details
Syllables
1
fume
Letters
4
f · u · m · e
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
f4
u1
m3
e1
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About the word “fume”
The word “fume” contains 1 syllable, divided as fume. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fume" have?
"fume" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "fume" into syllables?
"fume" is divided into syllables as: fume.
What is the Scrabble score for "fume"?
The Scrabble score for "fume" is 9 points.
Using “fume” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "fume" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “fume” 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.