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UMBER

/ˈʌmbə/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective

U 1/2
M 3/4
B 3/4
E 1/1
R 1/1

Definition of UMBER

noun

A brown clay, somewhat darker than ochre, which contains iron and manganese oxides.

noun

A grayling.

noun

A dusky brown African wading bird (Scopus umbretta) allied to the shoebill and herons; a hamerkop.

verb

To give a reddish-brown colour to.

adjective

Of a reddish brown colour, like that of the pigment.

noun

In ancient armour, a visor, or projection like the peak of a cap, to which a fixed or movable faceguard was sometimes attached.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
12
points

Is UMBER a Scrabble Word?

Yes, UMBER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: UMBER uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for UMBER

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter umber Total
Scrabble 13311 9
WWF 24411 12

Anagrams of UMBER

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use UMBER in Word Games

UMBER is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, UMBER is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble UMBER to find 26 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About UMBER

What does UMBER mean?
UMBER is a noun. A brown clay, somewhat darker than ochre, which contains iron and manganese oxides.
Is UMBER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, UMBER is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is UMBER worth in Scrabble?
UMBER is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from UMBER?
You can make 26 words from the letters in UMBER. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of UMBER?
The anagrams of UMBER (words using the exact same letters) are: BRUME, UMBRE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.