How many syllables in “unarmed”?
syllables in "unarmed"
Word details
Syllables
2
unar · med
Letters
7
u · n · a · r · m · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “unarmed”
The word “unarmed” contains 2 syllables, divided as unar · med. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unarmed" have?
"unarmed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "unarmed" into syllables?
"unarmed" is divided into syllables as: unar · med.
What is the Scrabble score for "unarmed"?
The Scrabble score for "unarmed" is 10 points.
Using “unarmed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "unarmed" (unar · med) 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, “unarmed” 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 “unarmed”
The letters in “unarmed” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: duramen, manured, maunder.