How many syllables in “urbane”?
syllables in "urbane"
Word details
Syllables
2
urb · ane
Letters
6
u · r · b · a · n · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “urbane”
The word “urbane” contains 2 syllables, divided as urb · ane. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "urbane" have?
"urbane" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "urbane" into syllables?
"urbane" is divided into syllables as: urb · ane.
What is the Scrabble score for "urbane"?
The Scrabble score for "urbane" is 8 points.
Using “urbane” in writing
Two-syllable words like "urbane" (urb · ane) 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, “urbane” is worth 8 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 “urbane”
The letters in “urbane” can be rearranged to spell one other word: unbear.