How many syllables in “umber”?
syllables in "umber"
Word details
Syllables
2
um · ber
Letters
5
u · m · b · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “umber”
The word “umber” contains 2 syllables, divided as um · ber. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "umber" have?
"umber" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "umber" into syllables?
"umber" is divided into syllables as: um · ber.
What is the Scrabble score for "umber"?
The Scrabble score for "umber" is 9 points.
Using “umber” in writing
Two-syllable words like "umber" (um · ber) 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, “umber” 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 “umber”
The letters in “umber” can be rearranged to spell one other word: brume.