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