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