How many syllables in “curbs”?
syllable in "curbs"
Word details
Syllables
1
curbs
Letters
5
c · u · r · b · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “curbs”
The word “curbs” contains 1 syllable, divided as curbs. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "curbs" have?
"curbs" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "curbs" into syllables?
"curbs" is divided into syllables as: curbs.
What is the Scrabble score for "curbs"?
The Scrabble score for "curbs" is 9 points.
Using “curbs” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "curbs" 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, “curbs” 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 “curbs”
The letters in “curbs” can be rearranged to spell one other word: scrub.