How many syllables in “aunts”?
syllable in "aunts"
Word details
Syllables
1
aunts
Letters
5
a · u · n · t · s
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “aunts”
The word “aunts” contains 1 syllable, divided as aunts. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aunts" have?
"aunts" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "aunts" into syllables?
"aunts" is divided into syllables as: aunts.
What is the Scrabble score for "aunts"?
The Scrabble score for "aunts" is 5 points.
Using “aunts” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "aunts" 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, “aunts” 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 “aunts”
The letters in “aunts” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tunas.