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