How many syllables in “breasts”?
syllable in "breasts"
Word details
Syllables
1
breasts
Letters
7
b · r · e · a · s · t · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “breasts”
The word “breasts” contains 1 syllable, divided as breasts. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "breasts" have?
"breasts" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "breasts" into syllables?
"breasts" is divided into syllables as: breasts.
What is the Scrabble score for "breasts"?
The Scrabble score for "breasts" is 9 points.
Using “breasts” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "breasts" 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, “breasts” is worth 9 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 “breasts”
The letters in “breasts” can be rearranged to spell one other word: basters.