How many syllables in “imbrue”?
syllables in "imbrue"
Word details
Syllables
2
im · brue
Letters
6
i · m · b · r · u · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “imbrue”
The word “imbrue” contains 2 syllables, divided as im · brue. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "imbrue" have?
"imbrue" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "imbrue" into syllables?
"imbrue" is divided into syllables as: im · brue.
What is the Scrabble score for "imbrue"?
The Scrabble score for "imbrue" is 10 points.
Using “imbrue” in writing
Two-syllable words like "imbrue" (im · brue) 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, “imbrue” is worth 10 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 “imbrue”
The letters in “imbrue” can be rearranged to spell one other word: erbium.