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How many syllables in “inhume”?

2

syllables in "inhume"

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Word details

Syllables

2

inh · ume

Letters

6

i · n · h · u · m · e

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

i1
n1
h4
u1
m3
e1

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About the word “inhume

The word inhume contains 2 syllables, divided as inh · ume. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "inhume" have?

"inhume" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "inhume" into syllables?

"inhume" is divided into syllables as: inh · ume.

What is the Scrabble score for "inhume"?

The Scrabble score for "inhume" is 11 points.

Using “inhume” in writing

Two-syllable words like "inhume" (inh · ume) 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, inhume is worth 11 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.

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