How many syllables in “abs”?
syllable in "abs"
Word details
Syllables
1
abs
Letters
3
a · b · s
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “abs”
The word “abs” contains 1 syllable, divided as abs. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abs" have?
"abs" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "abs" into syllables?
"abs" is divided into syllables as: abs.
What is the Scrabble score for "abs"?
The Scrabble score for "abs" is 5 points.
Using “abs” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "abs" 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, “abs” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “abs”
The letters in “abs” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: bas, sab.