How many syllables in “umpire”?
syllables in "umpire"
Word details
Syllables
2
ump · ire
Letters
6
u · m · p · i · r · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “umpire”
The word “umpire” contains 2 syllables, divided as ump · ire. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "umpire" have?
"umpire" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "umpire" into syllables?
"umpire" is divided into syllables as: ump · ire.
What is the Scrabble score for "umpire"?
The Scrabble score for "umpire" is 10 points.
Using “umpire” in writing
Two-syllable words like "umpire" (ump · ire) 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, “umpire” is worth 10 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 “umpire”
The letters in “umpire” can be rearranged to spell one other word: impure.