How many syllables in “unmarred”?
syllables in "unmarred"
Word details
Syllables
2
unma · rred
Letters
8
u · n · m · a · r · r · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “unmarred”
The word “unmarred” contains 2 syllables, divided as unma · rred. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unmarred" have?
"unmarred" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "unmarred" into syllables?
"unmarred" is divided into syllables as: unma · rred.
What is the Scrabble score for "unmarred"?
The Scrabble score for "unmarred" is 11 points.
Using “unmarred” in writing
Two-syllable words like "unmarred" (unma · rred) 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, “unmarred” 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 “unmarred”
The letters in “unmarred” can be rearranged to spell one other word: underarm.