How many syllables in “scummier”?
syllables in "scummier"
Word details
Syllables
2
scum · mier
Letters
8
s · c · u · m · m · i · e · r
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “scummier”
The word “scummier” contains 2 syllables, divided as scum · mier. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scummier" have?
"scummier" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "scummier" into syllables?
"scummier" is divided into syllables as: scum · mier.
What is the Scrabble score for "scummier"?
The Scrabble score for "scummier" is 14 points.
Using “scummier” in writing
Two-syllable words like "scummier" (scum · mier) 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, “scummier” is worth 14 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 “scummier”
The letters in “scummier” can be rearranged to spell one other word: crummies.