How many syllables in “plumber”?
syllables in "plumber"
Word details
Syllables
2
plum · ber
Letters
7
p · l · u · m · b · e · r
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “plumber”
The word “plumber” contains 2 syllables, divided as plum · ber. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "plumber" have?
"plumber" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "plumber" into syllables?
"plumber" is divided into syllables as: plum · ber.
What is the Scrabble score for "plumber"?
The Scrabble score for "plumber" is 13 points.
Using “plumber” in writing
Two-syllable words like "plumber" (plum · 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, “plumber” is worth 13 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 “plumber”
The letters in “plumber” can be rearranged to spell one other word: replumb.