How many syllables in “rummies”?
syllables in "rummies"
Word details
Syllables
2
rum · mies
Letters
7
r · u · m · m · i · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “rummies”
The word “rummies” contains 2 syllables, divided as rum · mies. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rummies" have?
"rummies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rummies" into syllables?
"rummies" is divided into syllables as: rum · mies.
What is the Scrabble score for "rummies"?
The Scrabble score for "rummies" is 11 points.
Using “rummies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rummies" (rum · mies) 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, “rummies” 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.
Anagrams of “rummies”
The letters in “rummies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: immures.