How many syllables in “umm”?
syllable in "umm"
Word details
Syllables
1
umm
Letters
3
u · m · m
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “umm”
The word “umm” contains 1 syllable, divided as umm. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "umm" have?
"umm" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "umm" into syllables?
"umm" is divided into syllables as: umm.
What is the Scrabble score for "umm"?
The Scrabble score for "umm" is 7 points.
Using “umm” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "umm" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “umm” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “umm”
The letters in “umm” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mum.