How many syllables in “umbrella”?
syllables in "umbrella"
Word details
Syllables
3
um · brel · la
Letters
8
u · m · b · r · e · l · l · a
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “umbrella”
The word “umbrella” contains 3 syllables, divided as um · brel · la. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "umbrella" have?
"umbrella" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "umbrella" into syllables?
"umbrella" is divided into syllables as: um · brel · la.
What is the Scrabble score for "umbrella"?
The Scrabble score for "umbrella" is 12 points.
Using “umbrella” in writing
Three-syllable words like "umbrella" (um · brel · la) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “umbrella” is worth 12 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 “umbrella”
The letters in “umbrella” can be rearranged to spell one other word: umbellar.