How many syllables in “colds”?
syllable in "colds"
Word details
Syllables
1
colds
Letters
5
c · o · l · d · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “colds”
The word “colds” contains 1 syllable, divided as colds. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "colds" have?
"colds" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "colds" into syllables?
"colds" is divided into syllables as: colds.
What is the Scrabble score for "colds"?
The Scrabble score for "colds" is 8 points.
Using “colds” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "colds" 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, “colds” 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 “colds”
The letters in “colds” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: clods, scold.