How many syllables in “birds”?
syllable in "birds"
Word details
Syllables
1
birds
Letters
5
b · i · r · d · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “birds”
The word “birds” contains 1 syllable, divided as birds. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "birds" have?
"birds" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "birds" into syllables?
"birds" is divided into syllables as: birds.
What is the Scrabble score for "birds"?
The Scrabble score for "birds" is 8 points.
Using “birds” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "birds" 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, “birds” 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 “birds”
The letters in “birds” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dribs.