How many syllables in “umpires”?
syllables in "umpires"
Word details
Syllables
3
um · pi · res
Letters
7
u · m · p · i · r · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “umpires”
The word “umpires” contains 3 syllables, divided as um · pi · res. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "umpires" have?
"umpires" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "umpires" into syllables?
"umpires" is divided into syllables as: um · pi · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "umpires"?
The Scrabble score for "umpires" is 11 points.
Using “umpires” in writing
Three-syllable words like "umpires" (um · pi · res) 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, “umpires” is worth 11 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 “umpires”
The letters in “umpires” can be rearranged to spell one other word: spumier.