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