How many syllables in “dents”?
syllable in "dents"
Word details
Syllables
1
dents
Letters
5
d · e · n · t · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “dents”
The word “dents” contains 1 syllable, divided as dents. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dents" have?
"dents" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "dents" into syllables?
"dents" is divided into syllables as: dents.
What is the Scrabble score for "dents"?
The Scrabble score for "dents" is 6 points.
Using “dents” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "dents" 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, “dents” is worth 6 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 “dents”
The letters in “dents” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tends.