How many syllables in “blast”?
syllable in "blast"
Word details
Syllables
1
blast
Letters
5
b · l · a · s · t
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “blast”
The word “blast” contains 1 syllable, divided as blast. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blast" have?
"blast" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "blast" into syllables?
"blast" is divided into syllables as: blast.
What is the Scrabble score for "blast"?
The Scrabble score for "blast" is 7 points.
Using “blast” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "blast" 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, “blast” 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 “blast”
The letters in “blast” can be rearranged to spell one other word: blats.