How many syllables in “umbelliferous”?
syllables in "umbelliferous"
Word details
Syllables
5
um · bel · li · fe · rous
Letters
13
u · m · b · e · l · l · i · f · e · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “umbelliferous”
The word “umbelliferous” contains 5 syllables, divided as um · bel · li · fe · rous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "umbelliferous" have?
"umbelliferous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "umbelliferous" into syllables?
"umbelliferous" is divided into syllables as: um · bel · li · fe · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "umbelliferous"?
The Scrabble score for "umbelliferous" is 20 points.
Using “umbelliferous” in writing
"umbelliferous" (um · bel · li · fe · rous) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “umbelliferous” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.