How many syllables in “imbrued”?
syllables in "imbrued"
Word details
Syllables
2
im · brued
Letters
7
i · m · b · r · u · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “imbrued”
The word “imbrued” contains 2 syllables, divided as im · brued. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "imbrued" have?
"imbrued" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "imbrued" into syllables?
"imbrued" is divided into syllables as: im · brued.
What is the Scrabble score for "imbrued"?
The Scrabble score for "imbrued" is 12 points.
Using “imbrued” in writing
Two-syllable words like "imbrued" (im · brued) 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, “imbrued” is worth 12 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.