How many syllables in “amass”?
syllables in "amass"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · mass
Letters
5
a · m · a · s · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “amass”
The word “amass” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · mass. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amass" have?
"amass" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "amass" into syllables?
"amass" is divided into syllables as: a · mass.
What is the Scrabble score for "amass"?
The Scrabble score for "amass" is 7 points.
Using “amass” in writing
Two-syllable words like "amass" (a · mass) 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, “amass” is worth 7 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 “amass”
The letters in “amass” can be rearranged to spell one other word: massa.