How many syllables in “grads”?
syllable in "grads"
Word details
Syllables
1
grads
Letters
5
g · r · a · d · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “grads”
The word “grads” contains 1 syllable, divided as grads. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grads" have?
"grads" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "grads" into syllables?
"grads" is divided into syllables as: grads.
What is the Scrabble score for "grads"?
The Scrabble score for "grads" is 7 points.
Using “grads” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "grads" 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, “grads” 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 “grads”
The letters in “grads” can be rearranged to spell one other word: drags.