How many syllables in “stumbler”?
syllables in "stumbler"
Word details
Syllables
2
stum · bler
Letters
8
s · t · u · m · b · l · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “stumbler”
The word “stumbler” contains 2 syllables, divided as stum · bler. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stumbler" have?
"stumbler" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stumbler" into syllables?
"stumbler" is divided into syllables as: stum · bler.
What is the Scrabble score for "stumbler"?
The Scrabble score for "stumbler" is 12 points.
Using “stumbler” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stumbler" (stum · bler) 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, “stumbler” is worth 12 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 “stumbler”
The letters in “stumbler” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: tumblers, tumbrels.