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