How many syllables in “sumac”?
syllables in "sumac"
Word details
Syllables
2
su · mac
Letters
5
s · u · m · a · c
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “sumac”
The word “sumac” contains 2 syllables, divided as su · mac. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sumac" have?
"sumac" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sumac" into syllables?
"sumac" is divided into syllables as: su · mac.
What is the Scrabble score for "sumac"?
The Scrabble score for "sumac" is 9 points.
Using “sumac” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sumac" (su · mac) 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, “sumac” is worth 9 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 “sumac”
The letters in “sumac” can be rearranged to spell one other word: musca.