How many syllables in “yum”?
1
syllable in "yum"
yum
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Word details
Syllables
1
yum
Letters
3
y · u · m
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
y4
u1
m3
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About the word “yum”
The word “yum” contains 1 syllable, divided as yum. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "yum" have?
"yum" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "yum" into syllables?
"yum" is divided into syllables as: yum.
What is the Scrabble score for "yum"?
The Scrabble score for "yum" is 8 points.
Using “yum” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "yum" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “yum” 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.