How many syllables in “auks”?
syllable in "auks"
Word details
Syllables
1
auks
Letters
4
a · u · k · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “auks”
The word “auks” contains 1 syllable, divided as auks. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "auks" have?
"auks" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "auks" into syllables?
"auks" is divided into syllables as: auks.
What is the Scrabble score for "auks"?
The Scrabble score for "auks" is 8 points.
Using “auks” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "auks" 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, “auks” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “auks”
The letters in “auks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: skua.