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