How many syllables in “umlaut”?
syllables in "umlaut"
Word details
Syllables
2
um · laut
Letters
6
u · m · l · a · u · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “umlaut”
The word “umlaut” contains 2 syllables, divided as um · laut. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "umlaut" have?
"umlaut" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "umlaut" into syllables?
"umlaut" is divided into syllables as: um · laut.
What is the Scrabble score for "umlaut"?
The Scrabble score for "umlaut" is 8 points.
Using “umlaut” in writing
Two-syllable words like "umlaut" (um · laut) 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, “umlaut” is worth 8 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 “umlaut”
The letters in “umlaut” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mutual.