How many syllables in “ais”?
1
syllable in "ais"
ais
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Word details
Syllables
1
ais
Letters
3
a · i · s
Scrabble
3
points
Scrabble letter values
a1
i1
s1
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About the word “ais”
The word “ais” contains 1 syllable, divided as ais. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ais" have?
"ais" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ais" into syllables?
"ais" is divided into syllables as: ais.
What is the Scrabble score for "ais"?
The Scrabble score for "ais" is 3 points.
Using “ais” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ais" 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, “ais” is worth 3 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.