How many syllables in “bruise”?
syllable in "bruise"
Word details
Syllables
1
bruise
Letters
6
b · r · u · i · s · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “bruise”
The word “bruise” contains 1 syllable, divided as bruise. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bruise" have?
"bruise" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "bruise" into syllables?
"bruise" is divided into syllables as: bruise.
What is the Scrabble score for "bruise"?
The Scrabble score for "bruise" is 8 points.
Using “bruise” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "bruise" 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, “bruise” 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 “bruise”
The letters in “bruise” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: buries, busier, rubies.