How many syllables in “dabs”?
syllable in "dabs"
Word details
Syllables
1
dabs
Letters
4
d · a · b · s
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “dabs”
The word “dabs” contains 1 syllable, divided as dabs. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dabs" have?
"dabs" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "dabs" into syllables?
"dabs" is divided into syllables as: dabs.
What is the Scrabble score for "dabs"?
The Scrabble score for "dabs" is 7 points.
Using “dabs” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "dabs" 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, “dabs” 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 “dabs”
The letters in “dabs” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bads.